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$161+ Cheap flights from South America to New York, NY (NYC)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BOG — NYC
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
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This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/167:05 pmUIO - JFK
1 stop10h 00mAvianca
Thu 2/192:20 pmJFK - UIO
1 stop11h 00mAvianca
Deal found 12/16$323
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/1910:46 amMDE - JFK
1 stop14h 14mCopa Airlines
Mon 1/262:44 pmJFK - MDE
1 stop17h 34mCopa Airlines
Deal found 12/17$324
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/267:40 pmGYE - JFK
Nonstop6h 50mAvianca
Sun 1/254:00 amJFK - GYE
Nonstop6h 45mAvianca
Deal found 12/16$324
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Tue 12/167:05 pmUIO - JFK
1 stop10h 00mAvianca
Tue 1/206:30 amJFK - UIO
1 stop11h 25mAvianca
Deal found 12/16$326
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure LATAM Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/246:15 pmMDE - JFK
2 stops24h 15mLATAM Airlines
Tue 1/2711:00 pmJFK - MDE
1 stop17h 15mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 12/17$328
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/194:00 amUIO - JFK
1 stop9h 35mAvianca
Tue 1/2012:35 amJFK - UIO
1 stop8h 20mAvianca
Deal found 12/16$328
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/236:15 pmMDE - JFK
1 stop13h 55mLATAM Airlines
Mon 1/2611:00 pmJFK - MDE
1 stop17h 15mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 12/15$329
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/234:00 amUIO - JFK
1 stop9h 35mAvianca
Tue 1/2012:15 amJFK - UIO
Nonstop6h 40mAvianca
Deal found 12/14$330
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/219:00 amBOG - LGA
1 stop9h 41mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/177:59 pmLGA - BOG
1 stop16h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$331
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/191:30 amBOG - EWR
1 stop16h 30mUnited Airlines
Mon 3/166:15 pmEWR - BOG
Nonstop5h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$332
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/194:45 pmMDE - JFK
Nonstop5h 40mAvianca
Mon 1/2611:50 pmJFK - MDE
Nonstop5h 35mAvianca
Deal found 12/16$333
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/255:00 pmUIO - JFK
1 stop9h 30mAvianca
Mon 1/1911:50 pmJFK - UIO
1 stop11h 30mAvianca
Deal found 12/15$333

Find flight deals from South America to New York

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South America to New York flight deals. Data was last updated December 18, 2025.

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3 stars

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$287
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One-way from

$161
(Kissandfly.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$972

Good round-trip deal

$348 or less

Good one-way deal

$239 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from South America to New York that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South America to New York that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

MedellínNew York

MDE - JFK

MDEJFK

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Wed 4/1

10:35 am-10:30 pm

1 stop10h 55m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 4/4

3:06 am-9:40 am

1 stop7h 34m

$324

BogotáNew York

BOG - LGA

BOGLGA

Bogotá El Dorado

Fri 2/13

1:45 pm-10:46 pm

1 stop9h 01m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 2/23

4:59 pm-12:47 pm

2 stops19h 48m

$332

QuitoNew York

UIO - JFK

UIOJFK

Quito Mariscal Sucr

Sat 5/16

3:07 am-4:17 pm

1 stop12h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 5/28

6:00 am-2:09 pm

1 stop9h 09m

$333

QuitoNew York

UIO - JFK

UIOJFK

Quito Mariscal Sucr

Wed 4/29

8:22 am-10:30 pm

1 stop13h 08m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 5/4

4:10 am-12:32 pm

1 stop9h 22m

$333

QuitoNew York

UIO - JFK

UIOJFK

Quito Mariscal Sucr

Wed 4/29

8:22 am-10:30 pm

1 stop13h 08m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 5/11

4:10 am-2:09 pm

1 stop10h 59m

$333

MedellínNew York

MDE - JFK

MDEJFK

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Tue 3/3

12:30 pm-8:10 am

2 stops19h 40m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 3/10

7:05 am-8:00 pm

2 stops13h 55m

$334

BogotáNew York

BOG - LGA

BOGLGA

Bogotá El Dorado

Wed 1/21

1:45 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop9h 00m

New York LaGuardia

Sat 1/31

7:59 pm-2:07 pm

2 stops18h 08m

$336

BogotáNewark

BOG - EWR

BOGEWR

Bogotá El Dorado

Wed 2/18

8:15 am-7:05 pm

1 stop10h 50m

Newark

Wed 3/18

6:15 pm-11:05 pm

Nonstop5h 50m

$337

BogotáNew York

BOG - JFK

BOGJFK

Bogotá El Dorado

Sun 3/15

3:55 pm-10:00 am

1 stop17h 05m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 3/20

1:10 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop8h 10m

$337

BogotáNew York

BOG - LGA

BOGLGA

Bogotá El Dorado

Fri 3/20

8:15 am-11:14 pm

1 stop13h 59m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 3/23

12:29 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop11h 06m

$337

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Best time to book a flight from South America to New York

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South America to New York

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South America to New York?

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South America to New York (average of $210). Flying from South America to New York in October is currently the most expensive (average of $250). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SA to NYC?

Find hourly flight availability from South America to New York. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 18, 2025.

When flying from South America to New York, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 15% versus a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from South America to New York?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from South America to New York. Price data was last updated on December 13, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their South America to New York flight should consider departing on Friday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from South America to New York

Explore weekly flight availability from South America to New York. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated December 18, 2025.

The most flights from 0SA to NYC are scheduled on a Tuesday (14 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (12 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing New York

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New York. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to New York. Reviews last updated December 18, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, Copa Airlines, and LATAM Airlines from South America to New York have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,005 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sally,Oct 2025

ATH - JFK

Only negative outcome of this trip was 3 hour delay, but everything else was fine.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,005 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,005 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sally,Oct 2025

ATH - JFK

Only negative outcome of this trip was 3 hour delay, but everything else was fine.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,556 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,005 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sally,Oct 2025

ATH - JFK

Only negative outcome of this trip was 3 hour delay, but everything else was fine.
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,893 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,005 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sally,Oct 2025

ATH - JFK

Only negative outcome of this trip was 3 hour delay, but everything else was fine.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,055 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,005 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sally,Oct 2025

ATH - JFK

Only negative outcome of this trip was 3 hour delay, but everything else was fine.
Avianca
6.6
Okay
2,490 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,005 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sally,Oct 2025

ATH - JFK

Only negative outcome of this trip was 3 hour delay, but everything else was fine.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South America to New York. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from South America to New York?

    There are many flights that can get you from South America to New York in 9h 01m. Fly via Copa Airlines, Spirit Airlines, or Delta to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 2491 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South America to New York one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $160. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and Copa Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from South America to New York for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from South America to New York?

    While some choose either Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl - Newark or Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo - New York John F Kennedy Intl, Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl - New York John F Kennedy Intl is the most popular route from South America to New York.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from South America to New York?

    Before booking your flight to New York from South America, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Air India (71%), Turkish Airlines (70%), ANA( 70%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from South America to New York?

    While on average a flight from South America to New York is generally $493, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $226. When looking at the most popular route, (Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl - New York John F Kennedy Intl), you can expect to pay $489 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South America to New York that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on South America to New York flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from South America to New York?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South America to New York.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South America to New York?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South America to New York by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South America to New York?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South America to New York (average of $210). Flying from South America to New York in October is currently the most expensive (average of $250). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 9 airlines flying from South America to New York

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from South America to New York. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$231Average$444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$245Average$631FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$246Average$793FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
AviancaCheapest$258Average$639FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$325Average$739FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$335Average$766FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$356Average$751FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
JetBlueCheapest$482Average$580FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
GOLCheapest$608Average$803FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%

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