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$275+ 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 5/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BOG — SFO
May 4 — May 111
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Cheap 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 April 29, 2025.

Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$414
(Copa Airlines)

One-way from

$275
(Avianca)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$820
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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. 13% potential increase in price ($131 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($24 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025

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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 April 29, 2025.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 7/13:59 amBOG - SFO
1 stop10h 36mAvianca
Tue 7/222:20 pmSFO - BOG
1 stop9h 35mAvianca
Deal found 4/29$413
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 5/712:08 pmBOG - SFO
1 stop13h 32mCopa Airlines
Tue 5/137:52 pmSFO - BOG
1 stop11h 37mCopa Airlines
Deal found 4/28$414
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/37:00 amBOG - SFO
2 stops18h 09mLATAM Airlines
Tue 6/101:48 pmSFO - BOG
2 stops19h 07mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 4/29$434
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 10/301:30 amBOG - SFO
1 stop19h 25mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/25:00 amSFO - BOG
1 stop14h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$441
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Mon 10/2710:45 amBOG - SFO
2 stops15h 08mDelta
Wed 11/510:45 pmSFO - BOG
2 stops19h 40mDelta
Deal found 4/29$442
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Mon 6/2312:55 pmBOG - SFO
1 stop23h 24mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/282:30 amSFO - BOG
1 stop9h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$458
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/26:30 amBOG - SFO
1 stop16h 06mAmerican Airlines
Fri 5/167:35 amSFO - BOG
1 stop11h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$522
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/59:00 pmGRU - SFO
1 stop27h 10mAir Canada
Sun 5/1811:25 amSFO - GRU
1 stop18h 20mAir Canada
Deal found 4/29$539
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/72:50 amLIM - SFO
2 stops23h 05mAvianca
Sun 5/112:20 pmSFO - LIM
2 stops25h 20mAvianca
Deal found 4/29$547
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Fri 5/27:00 amLIM - SFO
1 stop18h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/152:20 pmSFO - LIM
1 stop11h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$548
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 5/711:20 pmLIM - SFO
1 stop16h 45mLATAM Airlines
Sat 5/106:15 amSFO - LIM
2 stops23h 45mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 4/29$552
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/1412:55 amSCL - SFO
2 stops25h 50mAvianca
Tue 10/212:20 pmSFO - SCL
2 stops29h 10mAvianca
Deal found 4/28$557

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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 April 29, 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

Fly to

San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BogotáSan Francisco

BOG - SFO

BOGSFO

Bogotá El Dorado

Tue 7/1

3:59 am-12:35 pm

1 stop10h 36m

San Francisco

Tue 7/22

2:20 pm-1:55 am

1 stop9h 35m

$413

BogotáSan Francisco

BOG - SFO

BOGSFO

Bogotá El Dorado

Thu 5/29

2:24 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop11h 16m

San Francisco

Mon 7/7

1:37 am-5:26 pm

1 stop13h 49m

$421

BogotáSan Francisco

BOG - SFO

BOGSFO

Bogotá El Dorado

Tue 6/3

7:00 am-11:09 pm

2 stops18h 09m

San Francisco

Tue 6/10

11:59 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop17h 16m

$440

BogotáSan Francisco

BOG - SFO

BOGSFO

Bogotá El Dorado

Thu 5/29

2:55 pm-10:15 am

1 stop21h 20m

San Francisco

Wed 6/4

12:40 am-7:54 pm

2 stops17h 14m

$441

BogotáSan Francisco

BOG - SFO

BOGSFO

Bogotá El Dorado

Sun 9/7

12:14 am-5:47 pm

1 stop19h 33m

San Francisco

Fri 9/19

2:48 pm-4:54 am

1 stop12h 06m

$450

BogotáSan Francisco

BOG - SFO

BOGSFO

Bogotá El Dorado

Mon 6/23

12:55 pm-10:19 am

1 stop23h 24m

San Francisco

Sat 6/28

2:30 am-2:09 pm

1 stop9h 39m

$458

BogotáSan Francisco

BOG - SFO

BOGSFO

Bogotá El Dorado

Wed 5/14

6:30 am-9:00 pm

2 stops16h 30m

San Francisco

Sun 7/13

12:53 am-10:30 pm

1 stop19h 37m

$526

LimaSan Francisco

LIM - SFO

LIMSFO

Lima J Chavez Intl

Mon 9/29

8:25 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops28h 20m

San Francisco

Wed 10/1

12:05 am-7:20 pm

2 stops17h 15m

$550

Sao PauloSan Francisco

GRU - SFO

GRUSFO

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Thu 5/22

9:00 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop27h 10m

San Francisco

Wed 5/28

11:25 am-9:45 am

1 stop18h 20m

$552

LimaSan Francisco

LIM - SFO

LIMSFO

Lima J Chavez Intl

Wed 5/21

11:20 pm-2:05 pm

1 stop16h 45m

San Francisco

Tue 5/27

10:59 pm-9:45 pm

2 stops20h 46m

$552

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

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South America to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from South America to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $393). 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 April 29, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from South America to San Francisco as you normally would.

Rainfall in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

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 April 29, 2025.
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 14
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Feb 2025

NVT - LIS

Experience was terrible. Flight cancelled. Missed connection. Replace service with EuroAtlantic airlines. Awful seats, awful food.
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 14
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Feb 2025

NVT - LIS

Experience was terrible. Flight cancelled. Missed connection. Replace service with EuroAtlantic airlines. Awful seats, awful food.
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 14
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Feb 2025

NVT - LIS

Experience was terrible. Flight cancelled. Missed connection. Replace service with EuroAtlantic airlines. Awful seats, awful food.
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 14
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Feb 2025

NVT - LIS

Experience was terrible. Flight cancelled. Missed connection. Replace service with EuroAtlantic airlines. Awful seats, awful food.
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 14
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Feb 2025

NVT - LIS

Experience was terrible. Flight cancelled. Missed connection. Replace service with EuroAtlantic airlines. Awful seats, awful food.
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 14
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Feb 2025

NVT - LIS

Experience was terrible. Flight cancelled. Missed connection. Replace service with EuroAtlantic airlines. Awful seats, awful food.

Related info for your journey

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  • 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.

  • 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 $275 on Avianca. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include LATAM Airlines from $296 and American Airlines from $309 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South America to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from South America to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $393). 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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetBlueCheapest$162Average$688FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$230Average$682FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$285Average$776FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
AviancaCheapest$344Average$714FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$360Average$867FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$366Average$854FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$417Average$791FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air CanadaCheapest$569Average$1,039FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
GOLCheapest$654Average$791FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%

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