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$80+ Cheap flights from the United States 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 1/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — BOG
Jan 1 — Jan 81
Thu 1/1
Thu 1/8
1 adult, Economy
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This Spirit deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/30. 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 Spirit is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/19:35 pmFLL - MDE
Nonstop3h 21mSpirit Airlines
Sun 12/72:05 amMDE - FLL
Nonstop3h 35mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/30$198
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/30. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/76:40 amFLL - MDE
1 stop7h 17mSpirit Airlines
Thu 12/113:10 pmMDE - FLL
Nonstop3h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/30$206
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/30. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/19:35 pmFLL - MDE
Nonstop3h 21mSpirit Airlines
Thu 12/42:54 pmMDE - FLL
1 stop17h 01mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/30$207
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/279:59 pmFLL - MDE
Nonstop3h 29mSpirit Airlines
Mon 12/292:25 amMDE - FLL
Nonstop3h 35mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/1$215
This Jetabroad deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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 Jetabroad is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/124:20 pmFLL - MDE
1 stop18h 35mSpirit Airlines
Sun 12/142:05 amMDE - FLL
Nonstop3h 35mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/1$223
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/30. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/19:35 pmFLL - MDE
Nonstop3h 21mSpirit Airlines
Sat 12/62:54 pmMDE - FLL
1 stop17h 01mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/30$225
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/109:40 pmFLL - MDE
Nonstop3h 29mSpirit Airlines
Sat 12/273:10 pmMDE - FLL
Nonstop3h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/1$229
This Spirit deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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 Spirit is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/76:40 amFLL - MDE
1 stop7h 17mSpirit Airlines
Tue 12/92:05 amMDE - FLL
Nonstop3h 35mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/1$231
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/30. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/109:40 pmFLL - MDE
Nonstop3h 29mSpirit Airlines
Thu 12/1811:50 amMDE - FLL
1 stop8h 59mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/30$232
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/296:35 pmMIA - MDE
Nonstop3h 40mAvianca
Sat 1/1711:50 pmMDE - MIA
Nonstop3h 45mAvianca
Deal found 12/1$259
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Mon 12/296:35 pmMIA - MDE
Nonstop3h 40mAvianca
Mon 1/122:10 pmMDE - MIA
1 stop7h 05mAvianca
Deal found 11/30$266
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/47:32 amMIA - BOG
1 stop5h 57mCopa Airlines
Tue 12/165:40 pmBOG - MIA
1 stop7h 05mCopa Airlines
Deal found 12/1$270

Find flight deals from USA to South America

Keep the following information in mind while searching for USA to South America flight deals. Data was last updated December 2, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$188
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$80
(Expedia)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,104

Good round-trip deal

$232 or less

Good one-way deal

$81 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from USA 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 December 2, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from the United States to South America that are best for you.

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Fort LauderdaleMedellín

FLL - MDE

FLLMDE

Fort Lauderdale

Tue 1/27

6:39 am-1:55 pm

1 stop7h 16m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Wed 1/28

2:50 pm-7:09 am

1 stop16h 19m

$199

Fort LauderdaleMedellín

FLL - MDE

FLLMDE

Fort Lauderdale

Thu 2/5

10:49 pm-1:55 pm

1 stop15h 06m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Sun 2/8

3:15 pm-6:50 pm

Nonstop3h 35m

$201

Fort LauderdaleMedellín

FLL - MDE

FLLMDE

Fort Lauderdale

Mon 2/2

10:49 pm-1:55 pm

1 stop15h 06m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Tue 2/10

3:15 pm-6:50 pm

Nonstop3h 35m

$201

Fort LauderdaleMedellín

FLL - MDE

FLLMDE

Fort Lauderdale

Mon 2/2

6:39 am-1:55 pm

1 stop7h 16m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Wed 2/4

2:50 pm-7:09 am

1 stop16h 19m

$213

Fort LauderdaleMedellín

FLL - MDE

FLLMDE

Fort Lauderdale

Wed 1/14

10:47 am-2:15 pm

Nonstop3h 28m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Wed 1/21

3:15 pm-6:50 pm

Nonstop3h 35m

$216

Fort LauderdaleMedellín

FLL - MDE

FLLMDE

Fort Lauderdale

Wed 1/21

6:39 am-1:55 pm

1 stop7h 16m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Wed 1/28

2:50 pm-7:09 am

1 stop16h 19m

$243

Fort LauderdaleMedellín

FLL - MDE

FLLMDE

Fort Lauderdale

Sun 12/7

6:40 am-1:57 pm

1 stop7h 17m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Fri 12/12

11:50 am-9:04 pm

1 stop9h 14m

$253

MiamiMedellín

MIA - MDE

MIAMDE

Miami

Sat 1/3

5:30 am-9:00 am

Nonstop3h 30m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Fri 1/30

11:30 am-3:05 pm

Nonstop3h 35m

$255

Fort LauderdaleMedellín

FLL - MDE

FLLMDE

Fort Lauderdale

Sun 2/8

9:10 pm-1:55 pm

2 stops16h 45m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Wed 2/11

3:15 pm-6:50 pm

Nonstop3h 35m

$255

Fort LauderdaleMedellín

FLL - MDE

FLLMDE

Fort Lauderdale

Fri 1/30

5:11 pm-8:18 am

1 stop15h 07m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Fri 2/6

9:17 am-3:17 pm

1 stop6h 00m

$261

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Best time to book a flight from USA to South America

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to South America from USA with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from the United States to South America

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to South America (average of $78). Flying from USA to South America in December is currently the most expensive (average of $246). 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 US to SA?

Find hourly flight availability from USA 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 December 2, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 6% on flights from USA to South America by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from USA to South America?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from USA to South America. Price data was last updated on November 29, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their USA to South America flight should consider departing on Saturday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 December 2, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, Copa Airlines, and LATAM Airlines from the United States to South America by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,559 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,890 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,045 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Avianca
6.6
Okay
2,478 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from USA 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 popular is this USA to South America flight route?

    The United States to South America flight path was viewed by 4 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from USA to South America?

    Departing from USA to South America will take you 3h 30m. The distance between USA and South America is about 1393 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 USA to South America one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Delta, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $58. However, be on the lookout for offers from Spirit Airlines and Avianca, as they are both options that can get you from USA to South America for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from USA 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 USA to South America?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to South America (average of $78). Flying from USA to South America in December is currently the most expensive (average of $246). 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 USA to South America

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from USA 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 December 2, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$54Average$136FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$101Average$433FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$117Average$795FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
ArajetCheapest$118Average$494FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
VolarisCheapest$143Average$237FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
United AirlinesCheapest$150Average$820FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
AviancaCheapest$190Average$585FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$219Average$675FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Air CanadaCheapest$234Average$781FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$238Average$764FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%

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