South America

$167+ Cheap flights from San Jose, CA (SJC) 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 2/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJC — BOG
Feb 14 — Feb 211
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Cheap flight deals from San Jose to South America

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$558
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$167
(Trip.com)
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Jose to South America. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 15, 2026.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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.
Thu 3/1911:30 am
SJC
-
BOG
3 stops19h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/242:13 pm
BOG
-
SJC
3 stops26h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/14$573
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 11/1112:45 pm
SJC
-
BOG
2 stops13h 25m
United Airlines
Sun 11/151:30 am
BOG
-
SJC
1 stop13h 38m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/14$575
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/510:35 pm
SJC
-
BOG
1 stop12h 50m
Delta
Wed 3/183:55 pm
BOG
-
SJC
1 stop22h 13m
Delta
Deal found 1/14$584
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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.
Thu 3/196:00 am
SJC
-
BOG
1 stop14h 10m
American Airlines
Tue 3/2411:55 pm
BOG
-
SJC
1 stop12h 16m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/14$588
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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 LATAM Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/3111:30 am
SJC
-
BOG
2 stops24h 10m
LATAM Airlines
Thu 9/32:55 pm
BOG
-
SJC
2 stops21h 58m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 1/13$589
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/12:07 pm
SJC
-
BOG
2 stops21h 08m
American Airlines
Sun 3/811:55 pm
BOG
-
SJC
1 stop12h 16m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/15$594
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/126:25 pm
SJC
-
BOG
2 stops17h 25m
LATAM Airlines
Fri 4/179:00 am
BOG
-
SJC
1 stop14h 34m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 1/15$599
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/610:20 pm
SJC
-
BOG
1 stop13h 27m
Delta
Fri 8/142:55 pm
BOG
-
SJC
1 stop22h 38m
Delta
Deal found 1/15$600
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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 2/106:00 am
SJC
-
BOG
1 stop14h 30m
American Airlines
Thu 2/1211:55 pm
BOG
-
SJC
1 stop13h 16m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/13$604
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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.
Tue 2/1010:45 pm
SJC
-
BOG
1 stop17h 45m
LATAM Airlines
Thu 2/126:35 pm
BOG
-
SJC
2 stops21h 04m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 1/13$605
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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.
Sat 3/711:30 am
SJC
-
LIM
2 stops14h 20m
Volaris
Fri 3/206:04 am
LIM
-
SJC
2 stops29h 46m
Volaris
Deal found 1/14$639
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. 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 3/43:55 pm
SJC
-
MDE
2 stops27h 10m
United Airlines
Wed 3/189:45 am
MDE
-
SJC
2 stops37h 31m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/12$658

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

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San Jose

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South America

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Depart

Return

Price

San JoseBogotá

SJC - BOG

SJCBOG

San Jose

Thu 3/19

11:30 am-9:20 am

3 stops19h 50m

Bogotá El Dorado

Tue 3/24

2:13 pm-2:48 pm

3 stops26h 35m

$573

San JoseBogotá

SJC - BOG

SJCBOG

San Jose

Wed 3/18

10:45 pm-2:25 pm

1 stop13h 40m

Bogotá El Dorado

Mon 4/6

3:55 pm-12:08 pm

1 stop22h 13m

$584

San JoseBogotá

SJC - BOG

SJCBOG

San Jose

Thu 3/5

10:35 pm-2:25 pm

1 stop12h 50m

Bogotá El Dorado

Wed 3/18

3:55 pm-12:08 pm

1 stop22h 13m

$584

San JoseBogotá

SJC - BOG

SJCBOG

San Jose

Thu 3/19

6:00 am-10:10 pm

1 stop14h 10m

Bogotá El Dorado

Tue 3/24

11:55 pm-10:11 am

1 stop12h 16m

$588

San JoseBogotá

SJC - BOG

SJCBOG

San Jose

Sun 3/1

2:07 pm-2:15 pm

2 stops21h 08m

Bogotá El Dorado

Sun 3/8

11:55 pm-10:11 am

1 stop12h 16m

$594

San JoseBogotá

SJC - BOG

SJCBOG

San Jose

Sun 4/12

6:25 pm-1:50 pm

2 stops17h 25m

Bogotá El Dorado

Fri 4/17

8:40 am-9:34 pm

2 stops14h 54m

$599

San JoseBogotá

SJC - BOG

SJCBOG

San Jose

Sun 3/22

10:45 pm-2:25 pm

1 stop13h 40m

Bogotá El Dorado

Fri 3/27

3:55 pm-12:08 pm

1 stop22h 13m

$604

San JoseMedellín

SJC - MDE

SJCMDE

San Jose

Wed 3/4

3:55 pm-10:05 pm

2 stops27h 10m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Wed 3/18

9:45 am-9:16 pm

2 stops37h 31m

$658

San JoseLima

SJC - LIM

SJCLIM

San Jose

Thu 3/5

11:30 am-4:50 am

2 stops14h 20m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Wed 3/18

6:04 am-9:50 am

2 stops29h 46m

$689

San JoseMedellín

SJC - MDE

SJCMDE

San Jose

Sun 3/1

3:55 pm-10:05 pm

2 stops27h 10m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Sun 3/8

9:45 am-9:16 pm

2 stops37h 31m

$746

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose, California to South America (average of $220). Flying from San Jose, California to South America in January is currently the most expensive (average of $373). 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 January 15, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, LATAM Airlines, and United Airlines from San Jose 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.

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

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

    San Jose (SJC) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from San Jose to South America. It is only a 2.9 mi journey to San Jose (SJC) from San Jose’s city center.

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

    Departing from San Jose, California to South America will take you 12h 50m. There are 3757 mi between San Jose, California and South America. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Jose, California to South America?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose, California to South America (average of $220). Flying from San Jose, California to South America in January is currently the most expensive (average of $373). 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 4 airlines flying from San Jose to South America

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from San Jose 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 January 15, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$562Average$878FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
DeltaCheapest$568Average$1,186FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$868Average$1,453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,365Average$1,485FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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