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$252+ Cheap flights from South America to San Francisco (SFO)

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 2/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BOG — SFO
Jan 17 — Jan 241
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Cheap flight deals from South America to San Francisco

Cheapest flights from South America to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South America to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2025.

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.
Wed 12/246:24 amMDE - SFO
1 stop19h 53mCopa Airlines
Thu 1/2912:42 amSFO - MDE
1 stop16h 53mCopa Airlines
Deal found 12/17$435
This Copa Airlines 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/2012:42 pmMDE - SFO
1 stop13h 35mCopa Airlines
Tue 12/3012:36 amSFO - MDE
1 stop16h 40mCopa Airlines
Deal found 12/16$437
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/1910:45 amMDE - SFO
1 stop16h 36mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/25:15 amSFO - MDE
1 stop21h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$442
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.
Wed 12/2410:40 amMDE - SFO
2 stops14h 10mAvianca
Fri 1/3011:10 pmSFO - MDE
1 stop10h 45mAvianca
Deal found 12/16$444
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.
Tue 12/234:00 amBOG - SFO
1 stop11h 00mAvianca
Thu 1/81:35 amSFO - BOG
1 stop11h 25mAvianca
Deal found 12/16$484
This Cheapflightsfares 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/251:30 pmBOG - SFO
1 stop12h 50mAvianca
Thu 1/81:20 pmSFO - BOG
1 stop9h 30mAvianca
Deal found 12/17$486
This Flightnetwork 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/207:00 amBOG - SFO
1 stop19h 17mCopa Airlines
Thu 1/2912:42 amSFO - BOG
1 stop20h 38mCopa Airlines
Deal found 12/17$503
This Copa Airlines 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/2110:40 amBOG - SFO
1 stop15h 37mCopa Airlines
Sat 1/1712:42 amSFO - BOG
1 stop9h 47mCopa Airlines
Deal found 12/16$506
This Copa Airlines 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/2210:00 amBOG - SFO
1 stop16h 17mCopa Airlines
Thu 2/1912:42 amSFO - BOG
1 stop19h 13mCopa Airlines
Deal found 12/15$507
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.
Thu 12/251:30 pmBOG - SFO
1 stop11h 20mAvianca
Thu 1/81:35 amSFO - BOG
1 stop11h 25mAvianca
Deal found 12/16$508
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/188:15 amBOG - SFO
1 stop17h 34mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/307:11 pmSFO - BOG
1 stop24h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/15$509
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/183:55 pmBOG - SFO
1 stop21h 35mDelta
Wed 12/312:05 pmSFO - BOG
2 stops17h 50mDelta
Deal found 12/16$510

Find flight deals from South America to San Francisco

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

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Expedia
3 stars

Round-trip from

$421
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$252
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$896
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From South America to San Francisco
One-way flight from South America to San Francisco
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($94 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($17 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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Customize your flight search to find flights from South America to San Francisco 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 San Francisco that are best for you.

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South America

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San Francisco

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MedellínSan Francisco

MDE - SFO

MDESFO

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Wed 1/28

10:15 pm-12:00 pm

2 stops16h 45m

San Francisco

Wed 2/4

11:10 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop10h 45m

$421

MedellínSan Francisco

MDE - SFO

MDESFO

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Wed 1/21

12:42 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop13h 38m

San Francisco

Fri 3/13

1:54 am-2:15 pm

1 stop10h 21m

$435

MedellínSan Francisco

MDE - SFO

MDESFO

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Mon 2/2

8:37 am-11:20 pm

1 stop17h 43m

San Francisco

Tue 2/10

12:42 am-2:45 pm

1 stop11h 03m

$435

MedellínSan Francisco

MDE - SFO

MDESFO

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Sat 1/31

9:17 am-11:20 pm

1 stop17h 03m

San Francisco

Fri 2/6

12:42 am-2:15 pm

1 stop10h 33m

$435

MedellínSan Francisco

MDE - SFO

MDESFO

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Sat 3/14

5:00 am-11:40 pm

1 stop20h 40m

San Francisco

Sat 3/14

1:54 am-2:15 pm

1 stop10h 21m

$435

MedellínSan Francisco

MDE - SFO

MDESFO

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Wed 3/25

2:10 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop10h 40m

San Francisco

Wed 4/15

2:20 pm-2:05 am

1 stop9h 45m

$436

MedellínSan Francisco

MDE - SFO

MDESFO

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Wed 3/25

10:46 am-11:40 pm

1 stop14h 54m

San Francisco

Sun 4/5

8:35 pm-2:45 pm

1 stop16h 10m

$437

MedellínSan Francisco

MDE - SFO

MDESFO

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Fri 5/1

9:45 am-10:39 am

1 stop26h 54m

San Francisco

Tue 5/5

5:00 am-9:10 pm

1 stop14h 10m

$438

BogotáSan Francisco

BOG - SFO

BOGSFO

Bogotá El Dorado

Tue 2/3

8:40 am-11:20 pm

1 stop17h 40m

San Francisco

Tue 2/10

12:42 am-1:29 pm

1 stop9h 47m

$506

BogotáSan Francisco

BOG - SFO

BOGSFO

Bogotá El Dorado

Sun 12/21

10:40 am-11:17 pm

1 stop15h 37m

San Francisco

Sat 1/17

12:42 am-1:29 pm

1 stop9h 47m

$506

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Best time to book a flight from South America to San Francisco

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Francisco from South America with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from South America to San Francisco

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South America to San Francisco?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South America to San Francisco (average of $221). Flying from South America to San Francisco in January is currently the most expensive (average of $351). 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 SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from South America to San Francisco. 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.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from South America to San Francisco is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 13% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from South America to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from South America to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their South America to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 San Francisco. Reviews last updated December 18, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from South America to San Francisco, such as Copa Airlines, LATAM Airlines, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

PEI - PTY

The attention to us was excellent. Help was provided with care.

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

PEI - PTY

The attention to us was excellent. Help was provided with care.

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

PEI - PTY

The attention to us was excellent. Help was provided with care.

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

PEI - PTY

The attention to us was excellent. Help was provided with care.

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

PEI - PTY

The attention to us was excellent. Help was provided with care.

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

PEI - PTY

The attention to us was excellent. Help was provided with care.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South America to San Francisco. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly into for flights to San Francisco from South America?

    San Francisco (SFO), located 11.8 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from South America to San Francisco.

  • How long is the flight from South America to San Francisco?

    Departing from South America to San Francisco will take you 13h 38m. There are 3653 mi between South America and San Francisco. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South America to San Francisco one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $177 on Delta. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Volaris from $195 and Avianca from $231 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from South America to San Francisco?

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from South America to San Francisco?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South America to San Francisco?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South America to San Francisco 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 San Francisco?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South America to San Francisco (average of $221). Flying from South America to San Francisco in January is currently the most expensive (average of $351). 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 San Francisco

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from South America to San Francisco. 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
Copa AirlinesCheapest$276Average$761FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$288Average$715FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
AviancaCheapest$344Average$627FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$359Average$805FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$440Average$852FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$481Average$830FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
AeromexicoCheapest$527Average$615FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air CanadaCheapest$569Average$635FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
GOLCheapest$832Average$903FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%

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