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$170+ Cheap flights from California to South America

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 11/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — BOG
oct. 17 — oct. 241
vie. 10/17
vie. 10/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to South America

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to South America flight deals. Data was last updated septiembre 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$394
(Avianca)

One-way from

$170
(Avianca)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$562

Good round-trip deal

$695 or less

Good one-way deal

$329 or less
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Cheapest flights from California to South America
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to South America. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on septiembre 17, 2025.

This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 10/142:50 pmLAX - MDE
2 stops17h 03mAvianca
mié. 10/2211:20 amMDE - LAX
2 stops13h 50mAvianca
Deal found 9/17$394
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
lun. 10/611:15 amLAX - MDE
1 stop11h 06mMultiple Airlines
lun. 10/271:16 amMDE - LAX
2 stops34h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$395
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 11/1412:57 amLAX - MDE
2 stops14h 07mMultiple Airlines
jue. 11/202:10 pmMDE - LAX
1 stop10h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$397
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 10/1812:09 amLAX - MDE
2 stops22h 12mSpirit Airlines
vie. 10/242:22 pmMDE - LAX
2 stops19h 55mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/16$398
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 11/111:59 pmLAX - MDE
2 stops23h 22mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 11/86:59 pmMDE - LAX
1 stop29h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/17$399
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 12/411:55 pmLAX - MDE
1 stop10h 00mAvianca
vie. 12/122:10 pmMDE - LAX
1 stop10h 50mAvianca
Deal found 9/16$400
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
sáb. 10/412:06 pmLAX - MDE
1 stop19h 04mCopa Airlines
mar. 10/143:29 pmMDE - LAX
1 stop9h 43mCopa Airlines
Deal found 9/17$401
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 10/1711:15 amLAX - MDE
1 stop11h 06mSpirit Airlines
mié. 10/222:22 pmMDE - LAX
2 stops19h 55mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/17$404
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 10/1810:35 amLAX - MDE
2 stops11h 46mSpirit Airlines
dom. 10/261:16 amMDE - LAX
1 stop23h 39mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/16$405
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 10/2512:06 pmLAX - MDE
1 stop8h 42mCopa Airlines
mar. 10/289:44 amMDE - LAX
1 stop9h 03mCopa Airlines
Deal found 9/15$406
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 10/612:09 amLAX - MDE
2 stops22h 12mSpirit Airlines
mar. 10/142:22 pmMDE - LAX
2 stops19h 55mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/16$407
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 9/222:00 pmLAX - GRU
Nonstop11h 40mMultiple Airlines
mar. 10/74:50 pmGRU - LAX
2 stops34h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/17$497

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to South America that are best for you.

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Los AngelesMedellín

LAX - MDE

LAXMDE

Los Angeles

dom. 9/21

1:46 am-10:51 pm

1 stop19h 05m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

vie. 9/26

10:46 am-11:02 pm

1 stop14h 16m

$401

Los AngelesMedellín

LAX - MDE

LAXMDE

Los Angeles

sáb. 10/4

12:06 pm-9:10 am

1 stop19h 04m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

mar. 10/14

9:15 am-11:12 pm

1 stop15h 57m

$401

Los AngelesMedellín

LAX - MDE

LAXMDE

Los Angeles

lun. 9/29

2:01 am-2:44 pm

1 stop10h 43m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

sáb. 10/18

12:45 pm-11:12 pm

1 stop12h 27m

$401

Los AngelesMedellín

LAX - MDE

LAXMDE

Los Angeles

sáb. 10/4

12:06 pm-10:51 pm

1 stop8h 45m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

mar. 11/18

3:15 pm-10:44 pm

1 stop10h 29m

$401

Los AngelesMedellín

LAX - MDE

LAXMDE

Los Angeles

sáb. 9/20

10:04 pm-2:15 pm

1 stop14h 11m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

sáb. 9/27

10:46 am-11:12 pm

1 stop14h 26m

$401

Los AngelesMedellín

LAX - MDE

LAXMDE

Los Angeles

sáb. 11/1

9:20 am-12:21 am

2 stops13h 01m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

sáb. 11/8

6:53 am-9:08 am

3 stops29h 15m

$437

Los AngelesMedellín

LAX - MDE

LAXMDE

Los Angeles

sáb. 10/18

10:05 pm-2:15 pm

1 stop14h 10m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

lun. 10/27

5:00 am-4:47 pm

1 stop13h 47m

$440

Los AngelesMedellín

LAX - MDE

LAXMDE

Los Angeles

mié. 11/5

12:52 am-2:45 pm

1 stop10h 53m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

mar. 11/11

9:17 am-10:44 pm

1 stop16h 27m

$440

Los AngelesMedellín

LAX - MDE

LAXMDE

Los Angeles

mar. 11/18

11:05 am-9:51 am

1 stop19h 46m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

dom. 12/7

10:46 am-10:44 pm

1 stop14h 58m

$440

Los AngelesSao Paulo

LAX - GRU

LAXGRU

Los Angeles

mié. 10/22

1:20 pm-9:30 am

1 stop16h 10m

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

lun. 10/27

9:45 pm-9:09 am

1 stop15h 24m

$500

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Best time to book a flight from California to South America

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to South America (average of $359). Flying from California to South America in December is currently the most expensive (average of $664). 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 CA to SA?

Find hourly flight availability from California to South America. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated septiembre 17, 2025.

When flying from California to South America, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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  • How popular is this California to South America flight route?

    Flights from California to South America have been viewed 4 times in the past calendar month.

  • How long is the flight from California to South America?

    There are many flights that can get you from California to South America in 14h 20m. Fly via Copa Airlines, United Airlines, or Avianca to get the fastest option. There are 4508 mi between California and South America. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Copa Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $170. However, be on the lookout for offers from Spirit Airlines and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from California to South America for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to South America 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 California to South America?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to South America (average of $359). Flying from California to South America in December is currently the most expensive (average of $664). 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 10 airlines flying from California to South America

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from California to South America. 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 septiembre 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
VolarisCheapest$242Average$466FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$262Average$633FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$283Average$852FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
AviancaCheapest$293Average$631FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$337Average$691FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
VivaCheapest$361Average$406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$389Average$942FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$389Average$859FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
JetBlueCheapest$409Average$634FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$449Average$941FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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