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$71+ Cheap flights from New York, NY (NYC) to South America

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NYC — BOG
Mar 25 — Apr 11
Wed 3/25
Wed 4/1
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from New York to South America

Cheapest flights from New York to South America
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New York to South America. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 23, 2026.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/77:40 pm
EWR
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MDE
1 stop17h 33m
Spirit Airlines
Wed 3/252:17 pm
MDE
-
EWR
1 stop17h 52m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/19$280
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/77:40 pm
EWR
-
MDE
1 stop17h 33m
Spirit Airlines
Fri 3/131:17 am
MDE
-
EWR
1 stop8h 36m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/19$281
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 3/177:59 pm
EWR
-
MDE
1 stop18h 23m
Spirit Airlines
Thu 3/191:17 am
MDE
-
EWR
1 stop12h 47m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/20$282
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/2411:58 am
EWR
-
MDE
1 stop13h 23m
Spirit Airlines
Wed 4/152:06 pm
MDE
-
EWR
1 stop8h 53m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/19$283
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Sun 3/156:00 am
EWR
-
MDE
1 stop8h 22m
Spirit Airlines
Wed 3/181:17 am
MDE
-
EWR
1 stop8h 36m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/20$284
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 3/105:45 am
EWR
-
MDE
1 stop8h 28m
Spirit Airlines
Mon 3/161:17 am
MDE
-
EWR
1 stop12h 47m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/21$285
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/1611:58 am
EWR
-
MDE
1 stop13h 23m
Spirit Airlines
Fri 3/201:17 am
MDE
-
EWR
1 stop8h 36m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/19$286
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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.
Sun 3/15:45 am
EWR
-
MDE
1 stop8h 28m
Spirit Airlines
Sat 3/73:15 pm
MDE
-
EWR
1 stop8h 43m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/18$288
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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.
Sun 3/15:45 am
EWR
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MDE
1 stop8h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 3/65:13 am
MDE
-
EWR
2 stops18h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/18$290
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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.
Wed 4/87:59 pm
EWR
-
MDE
1 stop18h 23m
Spirit Airlines
Wed 4/152:06 pm
MDE
-
EWR
1 stop8h 53m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/18$293
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Mon 3/93:15 am
JFK
-
MDE
1 stop7h 36m
Copa Airlines
Thu 3/1210:46 am
MDE
-
JFK
1 stop13h 14m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 2/19$302
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Tue 5/192:20 am
JFK
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BOG
1 stop8h 09m
Copa Airlines
Thu 5/287:00 am
BOG
-
JFK
1 stop17h 00m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 2/20$302

Find 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 February 23, 2026.

Round-trip from

$280
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$71
(Spirit)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$505

Good round-trip deal

$386 or less

Good one-way deal

$168 or less
From New York (NYC) to South America
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($21 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 February 23, 2026.
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

Sat 3/7

7:40 pm-1:13 pm

1 stop17h 33m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Fri 3/13

1:17 am-10:53 am

1 stop8h 36m

$281

NewarkMedellín

EWR - MDE

EWRMDE

Newark

Tue 3/24

11:58 am-12:21 am

1 stop13h 23m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Wed 4/15

2:06 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 53m

$283

NewarkMedellín

EWR - MDE

EWRMDE

Newark

Mon 3/2

5:45 am-2:13 pm

1 stop8h 28m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Sat 3/7

3:15 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop8h 43m

$288

NewarkMedellín

EWR - MDE

EWRMDE

Newark

Sun 3/1

5:45 am-2:13 pm

1 stop8h 28m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Wed 3/4

9:53 am-11:58 pm

2 stops14h 05m

$294

NewarkMedellín

EWR - MDE

EWRMDE

Newark

Wed 4/8

7:26 pm-12:48 pm

2 stops18h 22m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Wed 4/15

6:00 am-12:59 am

1 stop17h 59m

$302

New YorkMedellín

JFK - MDE

JFKMDE

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 4/14

3:06 am-9:40 am

1 stop7h 34m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Wed 4/22

4:30 pm-3:59 am

1 stop10h 29m

$304

New YorkMedellín

JFK - MDE

JFKMDE

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 4/20

3:32 pm-8:15 am

1 stop17h 43m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Thu 4/23

3:10 pm-3:59 am

1 stop11h 49m

$304

NewarkMedellín

EWR - MDE

EWRMDE

Newark

Fri 5/8

7:41 pm-1:08 pm

1 stop18h 27m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Thu 5/21

2:06 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 53m

$312

New YorkBogotá

JFK - BOG

JFKBOG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 4/11

11:10 am-8:10 pm

1 stop10h 00m

Bogotá El Dorado

Mon 4/20

8:40 am-10:02 am

1 stop24h 22m

$317

New YorkBogotá

JFK - BOG

JFKBOG

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 3/12

3:44 pm-12:05 am

1 stop9h 21m

Bogotá El Dorado

Mon 4/27

2:24 pm-3:59 am

1 stop12h 35m

$317

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to South America from New York with our price prediction graph.
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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 $308). 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 February 23, 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from New York to South America in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 7% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

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 February 21, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New York to South America flight should consider departing on Sunday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday at noon 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 February 23, 2026.

The most flights from NYC to 0SA are scheduled on a Wednesday (14 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 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 February 23, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from New York to South America, such as Delta, LATAM Airlines, and Copa Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,236 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

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
8,236 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,236 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

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
1,919 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,236 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

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
7.5
Good
1,555 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,236 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

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
11,339 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,236 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

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
2,498 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,236 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

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?

    Spirit Airlines, American Airlines, and Copa Airlines can get you from New York to South America in just under 7h 34m. Your travel time can differ by up to 10h 48m. New York and South America are separated by a distance of 2383 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?

    $51 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from JetBlue. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Spirit Airlines and Delta, with prices starting from $84 and $86, 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 - Georgetown Cheddi Jagan Intl, New York John F Kennedy Intl - Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl or New York John F Kennedy Intl - Lima J Chavez Intl 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: United Airlines (72%), Avianca (68%), GOL (68%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from New York to South America is $150. On average you can expect to pay $1,020. The most popular route, (New York John F Kennedy Intl - Georgetown Cheddi Jagan Intl), can usually be booked for $346.

  • 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 $308). 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 February 23, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$54Average$175FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$162Average$732FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$162Average$728FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
ArajetCheapest$178Average$630FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$190Average$408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$196Average$767FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
AviancaCheapest$196Average$635FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$211Average$686FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
JetBlueCheapest$218Average$539FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$332Average$777FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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