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$145+ Cheap flights from New York, NY (NYC) 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 12/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — BOG
dic. 20 — dic. 271
sáb. 12/20
sáb. 12/27
1 adult, Economy
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This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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.
dom. 12/76:00 amJFK - CTG
1 stop8h 10mJetBlue
jue. 12/113:15 pmCTG - JFK
Nonstop4h 56mJetBlue
Deal found 11/18$322
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 12/76:00 amJFK - CTG
1 stop8h 10mJetBlue
vie. 12/192:18 pmCTG - JFK
1 stop10h 53mJetBlue
Deal found 11/18$334
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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.
mar. 12/95:46 amEWR - MDE
1 stop8h 28mSpirit Airlines
vie. 12/123:10 pmMDE - EWR
1 stop8h 42mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/18$339
This Spirit Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Spirit Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 12/94:53 pmEWR - MDE
1 stop8h 16mSpirit Airlines
sáb. 12/1311:50 amMDE - EWR
2 stops21h 12mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/19$340
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
lun. 12/87:10 amEWR - MDE
1 stop14h 55mUnited Airlines
mar. 12/231:15 amMDE - EWR
1 stop21h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/19$341
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 12/2611:01 amJFK - GEO
Nonstop5h 35mJetBlue
mié. 1/711:59 pmGEO - JFK
Nonstop5h 59mJetBlue
Deal found 11/19$342
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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. 11/2911:30 amEWR - MDE
2 stops11h 45mMultiple Airlines
mar. 12/21:51 amMDE - EWR
1 stop8h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$342
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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.
mar. 12/22:38 pmEWR - MDE
3 stops34h 18mSpirit Airlines
vie. 1/303:15 pmMDE - EWR
1 stop8h 43mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/18$343
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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. 12/124:53 pmEWR - MDE
1 stop8h 16mSpirit Airlines
dom. 12/212:25 amMDE - EWR
1 stop16h 16mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/19$344
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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.
vie. 12/124:53 pmEWR - MDE
1 stop8h 16mSpirit Airlines
mar. 12/232:25 amMDE - EWR
1 stop8h 34mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/18$345
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 12/63:29 pmJFK - CTG
1 stop22h 41mJetBlue
mié. 12/172:20 pmCTG - JFK
1 stop8h 46mJetBlue
Deal found 11/18$346
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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.
sáb. 12/65:15 amEWR - MDE
3 stops19h 54mSpirit Airlines
mar. 12/92:05 amMDE - EWR
2 stops18h 26mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/18$346

Cheap flight deals from New York to South America

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New York to South America flight deals. Data was last updated noviembre 20, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$322
(Priceline)

One-way from

$145
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$722

Good round-trip deal

$371 or less

Good one-way deal

$181 or less
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($32 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from New York to South America 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 noviembre 20, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New York to South America that are best for you.

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NewarkMedellín

EWR - MDE

EWRMDE

Newark

vie. 1/23

12:02 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop9h 38m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

mar. 1/27

1:00 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop10h 58m

$340

NewarkMedellín

EWR - MDE

EWRMDE

Newark

vie. 2/6

7:45 am-10:05 pm

1 stop14h 20m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

sáb. 2/14

10:45 am-12:29 pm

1 stop25h 44m

$341

New YorkGeorgetown

JFK - GEO

JFKGEO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

vie. 12/26

11:01 am-5:36 pm

Nonstop5h 35m

Georgetown Cheddi Jagan Intl

mié. 1/7

11:59 pm-4:58 am

Nonstop5h 59m

$342

New YorkGeorgetown

JFK - GEO

JFKGEO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

lun. 2/2

1:16 am-1:15 pm

1 stop10h 59m

Georgetown Cheddi Jagan Intl

lun. 2/23

3:20 am-12:57 pm

1 stop10h 37m

$349

New YorkMedellín

JFK - MDE

JFKMDE

New York John F Kennedy Intl

dom. 2/1

1:16 am-2:15 pm

1 stop12h 59m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

jue. 2/5

10:46 am-2:59 am

1 stop16h 13m

$351

New YorkCartagena

JFK - CTG

JFKCTG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

jue. 3/5

2:44 pm-8:06 am

1 stop17h 22m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

vie. 3/13

9:22 am-6:17 pm

1 stop7h 55m

$351

NewarkMedellín

EWR - MDE

EWRMDE

Newark

sáb. 12/13

2:50 pm-1:09 am

1 stop10h 19m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

sáb. 12/27

3:10 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 49m

$356

New YorkBogotá

JFK - BOG

JFKBOG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

mar. 2/24

1:16 am-1:29 pm

1 stop12h 13m

Bogotá El Dorado

lun. 3/9

10:40 am-3:59 am

1 stop16h 19m

$356

NewarkMedellín

EWR - MDE

EWRMDE

Newark

mié. 12/31

12:01 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop9h 39m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

dom. 1/18

1:00 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop10h 58m

$360

New YorkCartagena

JFK - CTG

JFKCTG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

lun. 1/19

2:44 pm-8:41 am

1 stop17h 57m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

lun. 1/26

12:03 pm-2:59 am

1 stop14h 56m

$360

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

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to South America (average of $142). Flying from New York to South America in June is currently the most expensive (average of $330). 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 NYC to SA?

Find hourly flight availability from New York 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 noviembre 20, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from New York to South America in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 9% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

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

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

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

Weekly flight availability from New York to South America

Explore weekly flight availability from New York to South America. 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 noviembre 20, 2025.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing South America

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South America. 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 South America. Reviews last updated noviembre 20, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from New York to South America, such as Delta, Copa Airlines, and LATAM Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,002 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,002 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,002 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,566 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,002 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,882 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,002 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,045 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,002 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Avianca
6.6
Okay
2,476 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,002 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New York to South America. 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 New York to South America?

    United Airlines, JetBlue, and Copa Airlines can get you from New York to South America in just under 5h 35m. Your travel time can differ by up to 8h 45m. New York and South America are separated by a distance of 2544 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    $146 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Copa Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Delta and United Airlines, with prices starting from $153 and $157, respectively.

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

    When deciding which route to take from New York to South America consider New York John F Kennedy Intl - Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl, New York John F Kennedy Intl - Lima J Chavez Intl or New York John F Kennedy Intl - Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo as they are the most popular.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from New York to South America on time: Turkish Airlines (75%), TAP AIR PORTUGAL (75%), ANA (71%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from New York to South America is $179. On average you can expect to pay $968. The most popular route, (New York John F Kennedy Intl - Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl), can usually be booked for $299.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New York 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 New York to South America?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to South America (average of $142). Flying from New York to South America in June is currently the most expensive (average of $330). 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 New York to South America

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from New York 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 noviembre 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$54Average$145FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$194Average$457FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$196Average$731FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$209Average$1,066FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$279Average$672FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
AviancaCheapest$287Average$629FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
JetBlueCheapest$321Average$559FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$328Average$758FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
American AirlinesCheapest$332Average$763FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
ArajetCheapest$358Average$686FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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