South America

$120+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) 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 5/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — BOG
Apr 11 — Apr 181
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to South America

Cheapest flights from San Francisco to South America
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to South America. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 12, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 4/155:00 am
SFO
-
BOG
1 stop12h 20m
United Airlines
Mon 4/2712:14 am
BOG
-
SFO
1 stop12h 26m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/9$343
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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.
Wed 4/1511:59 pm
SFO
-
BOG
1 stop20h 31m
American Airlines
Fri 4/2412:25 am
BOG
-
SFO
2 stops17h 00m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/9$348
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 4/1111:59 pm
SFO
-
BOG
1 stop26h 55m
United Airlines
Tue 4/218:30 am
BOG
-
SFO
1 stop12h 28m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/9$352
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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.
Tue 5/57:15 am
SFO
-
BOG
1 stop10h 05m
United Airlines
Thu 5/78:30 am
BOG
-
SFO
1 stop17h 29m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/8$353
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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.
Mon 3/3012:45 am
SFO
-
MDE
1 stop18h 25m
United Airlines
Wed 4/159:45 am
MDE
-
SFO
1 stop23h 31m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/9$356
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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.
Tue 4/149:00 am
SFO
-
BOG
2 stops11h 30m
American Airlines
Wed 4/2212:25 am
BOG
-
SFO
1 stop24h 44m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/8$356
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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.
Mon 3/306:55 pm
SFO
-
MDE
1 stop24h 15m
United Airlines
Fri 4/179:45 am
MDE
-
SFO
1 stop14h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/9$357
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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.
Sat 4/2511:55 pm
SFO
-
MDE
1 stop11h 15m
Avianca
Thu 4/3010:40 am
MDE
-
SFO
2 stops15h 15m
Avianca
Deal found 3/10$358
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/1510:28 pm
SFO
-
MDE
2 stops19h 47m
GOL
Wed 5/276:00 am
MDE
-
SFO
2 stops18h 49m
GOL
Deal found 3/10$360
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 4/86:55 pm
SFO
-
MDE
1 stop24h 15m
United Airlines
Wed 4/229:45 am
MDE
-
SFO
1 stop11h 13m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/10$362
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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.
Tue 5/57:15 am
SFO
-
BOG
1 stop10h 05m
United Airlines
Sun 5/1712:14 am
BOG
-
SFO
1 stop33h 01m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/9$362
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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.
Tue 4/1412:45 am
SFO
-
BOG
1 stop16h 35m
United Airlines
Tue 4/218:30 am
BOG
-
SFO
1 stop17h 29m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/10$363

Find flight deals from San Francisco to South America

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Francisco to South America flight deals. Data was last updated March 12, 2026.

Round-trip from

$343
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$120
(123 Milhas)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$508
From San Francisco to South America
One-way flight from San Francisco to South America
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price ($120 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($27 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2026

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 March 12, 2026.
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Cheapest round-trip

San FranciscoMedellín

SFO - MDE

SFOMDE

San Francisco

Sat 4/11

11:59 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop19h 11m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Fri 4/17

9:45 am-12:18 pm

1 stop28h 33m

$362
Quickest round-trip

San FranciscoBogotá

SFO - BOG

SFOBOG

San Francisco

Tue 5/5

5:00 am-7:20 pm

1 stop12h 20m

Bogotá El Dorado

Thu 5/7

8:30 am-11:59 pm

1 stop17h 29m

$363

San FranciscoBogotá

SFO - BOG

SFOBOG

San Francisco

Sun 4/19

12:45 am-7:20 pm

1 stop16h 35m

Bogotá El Dorado

Tue 4/28

8:30 am-10:30 pm

1 stop16h 00m

$363

San FranciscoBogotá

SFO - BOG

SFOBOG

San Francisco

Mon 4/20

9:35 pm-5:50 pm

2 stops18h 15m

Bogotá El Dorado

Tue 4/28

2:55 pm-10:28 am

2 stops21h 33m

$400

San FranciscoBogotá

SFO - BOG

SFOBOG

San Francisco

Sat 4/18

5:50 pm-8:10 pm

2 stops24h 20m

Bogotá El Dorado

Mon 4/27

10:35 am-7:45 am

2 stops23h 10m

$400

San FranciscoBogotá

SFO - BOG

SFOBOG

San Francisco

Fri 4/17

10:35 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop13h 05m

Bogotá El Dorado

Mon 4/27

10:35 am-7:45 am

2 stops23h 10m

$400

San FranciscoMedellín

SFO - MDE

SFOMDE

San Francisco

Fri 5/1

6:55 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop24h 15m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Fri 5/15

9:45 am-7:05 pm

1 stop11h 20m

$402

San FranciscoMedellín

SFO - MDE

SFOMDE

San Francisco

Fri 4/10

6:55 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop24h 15m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Wed 4/15

9:45 am-10:30 pm

1 stop14h 45m

$402

San FranciscoBogotá

SFO - BOG

SFOBOG

San Francisco

Fri 5/1

6:55 pm-7:20 pm

1 stop22h 25m

Bogotá El Dorado

Sat 5/9

8:30 am-7:05 pm

1 stop12h 35m

$403

San FranciscoMedellín

SFO - MDE

SFOMDE

San Francisco

Wed 4/1

6:55 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop24h 15m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Fri 4/17

9:45 am-10:30 pm

1 stop14h 45m

$404

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to South America (average of $213). Flying from San Francisco to South America in January 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.

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 March 12, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Copa Airlines,LATAM Airlines, andUnited Airlines from San Francisco to South America to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Katerine,Mar 2026

LAX - PTY

Really i was expecting be more friendly with family’s, more when you travel with a infant. We expected like a priority to boarding or be friendly with the spots on the aeroplane.

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Katerine,Mar 2026

LAX - PTY

Really i was expecting be more friendly with family’s, more when you travel with a infant. We expected like a priority to boarding or be friendly with the spots on the aeroplane.

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Katerine,Mar 2026

LAX - PTY

Really i was expecting be more friendly with family’s, more when you travel with a infant. We expected like a priority to boarding or be friendly with the spots on the aeroplane.

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Katerine,Mar 2026

LAX - PTY

Really i was expecting be more friendly with family’s, more when you travel with a infant. We expected like a priority to boarding or be friendly with the spots on the aeroplane.

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Katerine,Mar 2026

LAX - PTY

Really i was expecting be more friendly with family’s, more when you travel with a infant. We expected like a priority to boarding or be friendly with the spots on the aeroplane.

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Katerine,Mar 2026

LAX - PTY

Really i was expecting be more friendly with family’s, more when you travel with a infant. We expected like a priority to boarding or be friendly with the spots on the aeroplane.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Francisco to South America?

    Most people fly from San Francisco (SFO) if they book a flight from San Francisco to South America. San Francisco is conveniently located just 11.8 mi from San Francisco’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from San Francisco to South America?

    Airlines like United Airlines, Delta, and Copa Airlines fly from San Francisco to South America in about 18h 15m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 3h 53m. The distance from San Francisco to South America is about 3786 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    $147 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from United Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on JetBlue and Avianca, with prices starting from $160 and $171, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to South America?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to South America (average of $213). Flying from San Francisco to South America in January 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 10 airlines flying from San Francisco to South America

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 March 12, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$214Average$795FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
JetBlueCheapest$224Average$734FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$258Average$797FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$269Average$746FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$282Average$879FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AviancaCheapest$314Average$648FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
AeromexicoCheapest$453Average$1,061FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$459Average$895FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Air CanadaCheapest$565Average$752FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
GOLCheapest$668Average$1,435FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%

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