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$174+ Cheap flights from San Jose (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 8/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJC — BOG
Jul 6 — Jul 131
Sun 7/6
Sun 7/13
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Round-trip from

$451
(SmartFares)

One-way from

$174
(Priceline)
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Cheapest flights from San Jose to South America
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 July 1, 2025.

This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/310:44 pmSJC - CTG
2 stops35h 39mSpirit Airlines
Mon 10/61:29 pmCTG - SJC
2 stops19h 51mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/1$451
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Sun 7/134:22 pmSJC - BOG
2 stops17h 38mSpirit Airlines
Wed 7/1612:55 pmBOG - SJC
2 stops23h 41mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/30$460
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Sun 7/134:22 pmSJC - MDE
2 stops18h 42mSpirit Airlines
Wed 7/161:59 pmMDE - SJC
2 stops22h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/30$507
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Tue 10/286:40 amSJC - BOG
1 stop12h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/114:00 amBOG - SJC
2 stops18h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/30$532
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 10/1510:20 pmSJC - BOG
1 stop18h 55mLATAM Airlines
Mon 10/209:00 amBOG - SJC
1 stop15h 58mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 7/1$562
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Sun 7/134:22 pmSJC - MDE
2 stops18h 42mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/166:20 amMDE - SJC
3 stops30h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/30$562
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 10/281:16 pmSJC - BOG
1 stop13h 54mUnited Airlines
Wed 11/129:48 amBOG - SJC
2 stops27h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/30$567
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 8/1412:39 pmSJC - CTG
3 stops26h 36mMultiple Airlines
Thu 8/211:36 pmCTG - SJC
3 stops24h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/30$567
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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.
Mon 10/276:45 amSJC - BOG
1 stop10h 39mDelta
Sat 11/159:00 amBOG - SJC
1 stop16h 58mDelta
Deal found 6/29$573
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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.
Sun 7/276:24 pmSJC - MDE
2 stops24h 46mUnited Airlines
Tue 8/269:45 amMDE - SJC
2 stops26h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/29$617
This Sembo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 Sembo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/1810:32 amSJC - LIM
2 stops14h 53mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/11:40 amLIM - SJC
2 stops38h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/29$657
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Sat 9/1312:35 pmSJC - MDE
2 stops51h 05mDelta
Sun 9/214:37 amMDE - SJC
2 stops41h 12mDelta
Deal found 6/30$672

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Jose 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 July 1, 2025.
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

Fly to

South America

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San JoseBogotá

SJC - BOG

SJCBOG

San Jose

Sun 7/13

4:22 pm-12:00 pm

2 stops17h 38m

Bogotá El Dorado

Wed 7/16

12:55 pm-10:36 am

2 stops23h 41m

$460

San JoseMedellín

SJC - MDE

SJCMDE

San Jose

Sun 7/13

4:22 pm-1:04 pm

2 stops18h 42m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Wed 7/16

1:59 pm-10:36 am

2 stops22h 37m

$507

San JoseCartagena

SJC - CTG

SJCCTG

San Jose

Thu 8/14

12:39 pm-12:28 pm

2 stops21h 49m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Thu 8/21

1:36 pm-11:44 am

3 stops24h 08m

$530

San JoseBogotá

SJC - BOG

SJCBOG

San Jose

Tue 10/28

6:40 am-8:55 pm

1 stop12h 15m

Bogotá El Dorado

Tue 11/11

4:00 am-7:18 pm

2 stops18h 18m

$532

San JoseBogotá

SJC - BOG

SJCBOG

San Jose

Wed 10/15

10:20 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop18h 55m

Bogotá El Dorado

Mon 10/20

9:00 am-10:58 pm

1 stop15h 58m

$562

San JoseMedellín

SJC - MDE

SJCMDE

San Jose

Sun 7/13

4:22 pm-1:04 pm

2 stops18h 42m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Wed 7/16

6:20 am-10:36 am

3 stops30h 16m

$562

San JoseBogotá

SJC - BOG

SJCBOG

San Jose

Tue 10/28

1:16 pm-5:10 am

1 stop13h 54m

Bogotá El Dorado

Wed 11/12

9:48 am-10:05 am

2 stops27h 17m

$567

San JoseCartagena

SJC - CTG

SJCCTG

San Jose

Thu 8/14

12:39 pm-5:15 pm

3 stops26h 36m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Thu 8/21

1:36 pm-11:44 am

3 stops24h 08m

$567

San JoseBogotá

SJC - BOG

SJCBOG

San Jose

Wed 7/30

6:30 am-7:15 pm

1 stop10h 45m

Bogotá El Dorado

Wed 8/6

2:55 pm-10:34 am

2 stops21h 39m

$577

San JoseMedellín

SJC - MDE

SJCMDE

San Jose

Sun 7/27

6:24 pm-9:10 pm

2 stops24h 46m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Tue 8/26

9:45 am-9:51 am

2 stops26h 06m

$617

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Best time to book a flight from San Jose to South America

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Jose to South America

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose to South America (average of $359). Flying from San Jose 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 SJC to SA?

Find hourly flight availability from San Jose 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 July 1, 2025.

When flying from San Jose 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.

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 July 1, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, LATAM Airlines, and Copa 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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,973 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,973 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,973 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

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.
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,801 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,973 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

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.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,465 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,973 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,858 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,973 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

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.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,973 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

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.

Related info for your journey

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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.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $174. Users have also found prices from $363 and $371 on American Airlines and LATAM Airlines, respectively.

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

    While some choose either San Jose - Quito Mariscal Sucr or San Jose - Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl, San Jose - Lima J Chavez Intl is the most popular route from San Jose to South America.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose to South America (average of $359). Flying from San Jose 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 6 airlines flying from San Jose to South America

Discover the top 6 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 July 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$281Average$608FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$419Average$1,203FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$449Average$1,014FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AviancaCheapest$523Average$672FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$562Average$1,022FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,053Average$1,369FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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