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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 8/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJC — BOG
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$463
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$174
(Flightnetwork)
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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 June 12, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/291:33 pmSJC - BOG
2 stops20h 26mSpirit Airlines
Tue 7/82:00 pmBOG - SJC
2 stops22h 36mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/10$463
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/94:22 pmSJC - MDE
2 stops18h 50mSpirit Airlines
Mon 7/141:59 pmMDE - SJC
2 stops22h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/12$475
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 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 6/12$507
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/510:35 amSJC - MDE
2 stops13h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/73:15 amMDE - SJC
2 stops17h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$542
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/286:45 amSJC - BOG
1 stop10h 39mDelta
Wed 11/129:00 amBOG - SJC
1 stop14h 04mDelta
Deal found 6/10$563
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 8/121:05 pmSJC - BOG
1 stop13h 49mUnited Airlines
Thu 8/288:30 amBOG - SJC
1 stop29h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$575
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/296:30 amSJC - BOG
1 stop10h 45mLATAM Airlines
Tue 8/52:55 pmBOG - SJC
1 stop22h 05mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 6/9$576
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/117:53 pmSJC - LIM
3 stops29h 32mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/241:40 amLIM - SJC
2 stops34h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$601
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Sun 9/76:20 pmSJC - MDE
2 stops24h 50mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/159:45 amMDE - SJC
2 stops26h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$617
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/86:00 amSJC - BOG
1 stop14h 30mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/156:30 amBOG - SJC
2 stops18h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$627
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 7/1012:17 pmSJC - MDE
2 stops32h 18mDelta
Thu 7/244:07 amMDE - SJC
2 stops32h 53mDelta
Deal found 6/11$701
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 7/106:00 amSJC - MDE
2 stops15h 45mAmerican Airlines
Wed 7/2312:45 amMDE - SJC
2 stops19h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$719

Cheapflights Fare Finder

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 June 12, 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

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South America

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Depart

Return

Price

San JoseBogotá

SJC - BOG

SJCBOG

San Jose

Sun 6/29

1:33 pm-11:59 am

2 stops20h 26m

Bogotá El Dorado

Tue 7/8

2:00 pm-10:36 am

2 stops22h 36m

$463

San JoseMedellín

SJC - MDE

SJCMDE

San Jose

Wed 7/9

4:22 pm-1:12 pm

2 stops18h 50m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Mon 7/14

1:59 pm-10:36 am

2 stops22h 37m

$475

San JoseBogotá

SJC - BOG

SJCBOG

San Jose

Tue 8/12

10:32 am-1:55 am

2 stops13h 23m

Bogotá El Dorado

Wed 8/27

3:59 am-6:25 pm

2 stops16h 26m

$518

San JoseMedellín

SJC - MDE

SJCMDE

San Jose

Fri 9/5

10:35 am-2:05 am

2 stops13h 30m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Sun 9/7

3:15 am-6:25 pm

2 stops17h 10m

$542

San JoseBogotá

SJC - BOG

SJCBOG

San Jose

Tue 8/12

1:05 pm-4:54 am

1 stop13h 49m

Bogotá El Dorado

Wed 8/27

12:14 am-12:05 pm

1 stop13h 51m

$563

San JoseBogotá

SJC - BOG

SJCBOG

San Jose

Tue 7/29

6:30 am-7:15 pm

1 stop10h 45m

Bogotá El Dorado

Tue 8/5

2:55 pm-11:00 am

1 stop22h 05m

$576

San JoseBogotá

SJC - BOG

SJCBOG

San Jose

Sat 8/2

11:15 am-1:40 pm

2 stops24h 25m

Bogotá El Dorado

Fri 8/8

2:55 pm-11:00 am

1 stop22h 05m

$593

San JoseMedellín

SJC - MDE

SJCMDE

San Jose

Sun 9/7

6:20 pm-9:10 pm

2 stops24h 50m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Wed 9/17

9:45 am-9:51 am

2 stops26h 06m

$617

San JoseBogotá

SJC - BOG

SJCBOG

San Jose

Tue 7/8

6:00 am-10:30 pm

1 stop14h 30m

Bogotá El Dorado

Tue 7/15

6:30 am-10:59 pm

2 stops18h 29m

$627

San JoseLima

SJC - LIM

SJCLIM

San Jose

Sat 8/23

3:00 pm-3:25 am

3 stops34h 25m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Mon 9/8

1:40 am-2:15 pm

2 stops38h 35m

$638

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to South America from San Jose with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

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 June 12, 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.

Rainfall in South America by month

Plan your trip to South America by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in South America ranges from 0.8 - 9.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 9.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit South America when rainfall is around 0.8 in.

Temperature in South America by month

Plan your trip to South America by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to South America, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 62.6 F).

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 June 12, 2025.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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
7,946 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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
1,785 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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
1,451 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,623 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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.
Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,706 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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 $369 on American Airlines and United Airlines, respectively.

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

    While some choose either San Jose - Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini or San Jose - Lima J Chavez Intl, San Jose - Medellín Jose Maria Cordova 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.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Jose 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 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$281Average$608FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$449Average$1,184FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$449Average$1,024FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AviancaCheapest$523Average$673FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$664Average$1,128FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,053Average$1,369FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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