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$222+ 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 11/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BOG — SFO
Nov 29 — Dec 61
Sat 11/29
Sat 12/6
1 adult, Economy
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This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Tue 12/161:47 pmBOG - SFO
2 stops30h 04mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/261:20 pmSFO - BOG
1 stop9h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30$485
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/154:00 amBOG - SFO
1 stop11h 00mAvianca
Tue 1/131:35 amSFO - BOG
1 stop11h 25mAvianca
Deal found 10/29$504
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/154:00 amBOG - SFO
1 stop11h 00mAvianca
Mon 1/261:20 pmSFO - BOG
1 stop9h 30mAvianca
Deal found 10/30$506
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/24:00 amBOG - SFO
1 stop11h 00mAvianca
Wed 1/2111:10 pmSFO - BOG
1 stop9h 40mAvianca
Deal found 10/29$511
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Wed 12/241:30 amBOG - SFO
1 stop25h 51mUnited Airlines
Fri 2/611:59 pmSFO - BOG
1 stop19h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/29$513
This MaxMilhas deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 MaxMilhas is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/121:20 amGRU - SFO
2 stops25h 30mAvianca
Tue 12/21:35 amSFO - GRU
2 stops19h 00mAvianca
Deal found 10/30$514
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/34:00 amBOG - SFO
1 stop11h 00mAvianca
Tue 1/131:35 amSFO - BOG
1 stop11h 25mAvianca
Deal found 10/29$514
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Tue 12/23:00 amLIM - SFO
1 stop12h 00mAvianca
Thu 12/41:20 pmSFO - LIM
1 stop11h 10mAvianca
Deal found 10/30$514
This MaxMilhas deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 MaxMilhas is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/125:25 pmGRU - SFO
2 stops23h 35mAvianca
Mon 11/2411:10 pmSFO - GRU
2 stops42h 30mAvianca
Deal found 10/29$515
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/24:00 amBOG - SFO
1 stop11h 00mAvianca
Sat 1/2411:10 pmSFO - BOG
1 stop13h 50mAvianca
Deal found 10/29$515
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Sat 12/201:30 amBOG - SFO
1 stop25h 51mUnited Airlines
Sun 2/222:55 pmSFO - BOG
1 stop11h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/29$516
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 11/53:00 amLIM - SFO
1 stop12h 00mAvianca
Tue 11/1111:10 pmSFO - LIM
2 stops18h 45mAvianca
Deal found 10/30$516

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 October 30, 2025.

Most accurate provider

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3 stars

Most trusted provider

Expedia
3 stars

Round-trip from

$485
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$222
(Avianca)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$815
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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 October 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South America to San Francisco that are best for you.

Fly from

South America

Fly to

San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BogotáSan Francisco

BOG - SFO

BOGSFO

Bogotá El Dorado

Thu 3/12

1:30 am-6:56 pm

1 stop19h 26m

San Francisco

Sun 3/29

11:55 pm-7:20 pm

1 stop17h 25m

$513

BogotáSan Francisco

BOG - SFO

BOGSFO

Bogotá El Dorado

Thu 2/26

10:55 am-11:51 pm

2 stops15h 56m

San Francisco

Mon 3/2

9:30 pm-7:30 pm

1 stop19h 00m

$513

BogotáSan Francisco

BOG - SFO

BOGSFO

Bogotá El Dorado

Thu 2/26

8:15 am-12:11 pm

1 stop30h 56m

San Francisco

Sun 3/1

12:43 am-10:35 pm

1 stop18h 52m

$513

BogotáSan Francisco

BOG - SFO

BOGSFO

Bogotá El Dorado

Sat 12/27

1:30 am-12:21 am

1 stop25h 51m

San Francisco

Fri 2/20

11:59 pm-5:10 am

1 stop26h 11m

$513

BogotáSan Francisco

BOG - SFO

BOGSFO

Bogotá El Dorado

Wed 12/24

1:30 am-12:21 am

1 stop25h 51m

San Francisco

Fri 2/6

11:59 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop19h 36m

$513

BogotáSan Francisco

BOG - SFO

BOGSFO

Bogotá El Dorado

Wed 12/24

1:30 am-12:21 am

1 stop25h 51m

San Francisco

Wed 12/31

7:02 am-5:10 am

1 stop19h 08m

$513

BogotáSan Francisco

BOG - SFO

BOGSFO

Bogotá El Dorado

Fri 3/13

10:55 am-7:58 am

2 stops23h 03m

San Francisco

Sun 3/29

6:00 am-7:30 pm

1 stop11h 30m

$514

BogotáSan Francisco

BOG - SFO

BOGSFO

Bogotá El Dorado

Tue 1/20

3:55 pm-10:30 am

1 stop21h 35m

San Francisco

Fri 2/20

9:30 pm-4:45 pm

2 stops16h 15m

$514

BogotáSan Francisco

BOG - SFO

BOGSFO

Bogotá El Dorado

Wed 2/11

3:55 pm-12:45 pm

2 stops23h 50m

San Francisco

Wed 4/8

12:40 am-8:20 pm

2 stops17h 40m

$514

BogotáSan Francisco

BOG - SFO

BOGSFO

Bogotá El Dorado

Tue 4/7

2:55 pm-12:40 pm

2 stops23h 45m

San Francisco

Wed 4/29

12:40 am-8:20 pm

2 stops17h 40m

$515

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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 $217). Flying from South America to San Francisco in March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). 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 October 30, 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 afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 18% 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 Friday evenings 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 October 30, 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.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,563 reviews

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.8

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

PEI - PTY

The attention to us was excellent. Help was provided with care.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,563 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,563 reviews

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.8

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

PEI - PTY

The attention to us was excellent. Help was provided with care.
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,872 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,563 reviews

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.8

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

PEI - PTY

The attention to us was excellent. Help was provided with care.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,998 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,563 reviews

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.8

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

PEI - PTY

The attention to us was excellent. Help was provided with care.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,030 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,563 reviews

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.8

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

PEI - PTY

The attention to us was excellent. Help was provided with care.
Avianca
6.6
Okay
2,467 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,563 reviews

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.8

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

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 12h 57m. There are 4508 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 $222 on Avianca. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Copa Airlines from $280 and American Airlines from $309 one-way.

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

    While some choose either Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl - San Francisco or Belo Horizonte Tancredo Neves Intl - San Francisco, Bogotá El Dorado - San Francisco is the most popular route 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 $217). Flying from South America to San Francisco in March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). 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 October 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Copa AirlinesCheapest$285Average$712FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$321Average$768FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
AviancaCheapest$386Average$628FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$436Average$799FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$440Average$844FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$481Average$844FlexibilityNo 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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