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$104+ 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 5/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — BOG
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from USA to South America

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3 stars

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AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$273
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One-way from

$104
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Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$767

Good round-trip deal

$215 or less

Good one-way deal

$76 or less
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from USA to South America. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Fri 5/2310:20 amFLL - MDE
2 stops13h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/264:20 amMDE - FLL
1 stop13h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$273
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/126:00 amFLL - MDE
1 stop7h 58mSpirit Airlines
Thu 5/221:53 pmMDE - FLL
1 stop8h 04mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$275
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/316:11 pmFLL - MDE
1 stop15h 06mCopa Airlines
Tue 6/105:07 amMDE - FLL
1 stop10h 07mCopa Airlines
Deal found 4/30$276
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/153:20 pmFLL - MDE
1 stop9h 22mAvianca
Tue 7/2210:20 amMDE - FLL
Nonstop3h 25mAvianca
Deal found 4/30$285
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/111:30 amFLL - MDE
Nonstop3h 25mJetBlue
Sat 7/121:30 pmMDE - FLL
Nonstop3h 34mJetBlue
Deal found 4/30$298
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Thu 5/85:00 pmMIA - MDE
1 stop6h 26mAvianca
Tue 5/134:28 amMDE - MIA
1 stop7h 02mAvianca
Deal found 4/30$299
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/235:45 pmMIA - MDE
1 stop5h 48mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/2610:48 pmMDE - MIA
1 stop12h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$307
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/235:19 pmMIA - MDE
1 stop15h 59mCopa Airlines
Mon 10/612:45 pmMDE - MIA
1 stop6h 10mCopa Airlines
Deal found 4/30$311
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Thu 5/225:35 pmMIA - MDE
1 stop6h 08mDelta
Tue 5/275:31 amMDE - MIA
1 stop9h 04mDelta
Deal found 4/30$319
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Thu 6/1912:06 pmMIA - MDE
1 stop17h 36mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/2412:15 amMDE - MIA
1 stop9h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$323
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/162:09 pmMIA - MDE
1 stop6h 31mArajet
Thu 7/310:05 amMDE - MIA
1 stop6h 50mArajet
Deal found 4/30$331
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Mon 5/55:45 pmMIA - MDE
1 stop7h 35mLATAM Airlines
Fri 5/168:17 amMDE - MIA
1 stop6h 18mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 4/30$338

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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 May 1, 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

Wed 5/21

4:30 pm-6:50 pm

Nonstop3h 20m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Sun 5/25

12:15 am-2:00 pm

2 stops12h 45m

$273

Fort LauderdaleMedellín

FLL - MDE

FLLMDE

Fort Lauderdale

Fri 5/23

10:20 am-11:00 pm

2 stops13h 40m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Mon 5/26

4:20 am-7:05 pm

1 stop13h 45m

$274

Fort LauderdaleMedellín

FLL - MDE

FLLMDE

Fort Lauderdale

Tue 6/3

6:00 am-12:58 pm

1 stop7h 58m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Wed 6/4

2:13 pm-6:50 pm

Nonstop3h 37m

$278

Fort LauderdaleMedellín

FLL - MDE

FLLMDE

Fort Lauderdale

Mon 6/2

6:11 pm-8:44 am

1 stop15h 33m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Sat 6/7

8:49 am-4:14 pm

1 stop6h 25m

$280

Fort LauderdaleMedellín

FLL - MDE

FLLMDE

Fort Lauderdale

Tue 7/1

11:30 am-1:55 pm

Nonstop3h 25m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Fri 7/4

1:23 pm-5:53 pm

Nonstop3h 30m

$298

MiamiMedellín

MIA - MDE

MIAMDE

Miami

Thu 5/15

7:55 am-1:03 pm

1 stop6h 08m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Mon 5/19

8:52 pm-4:00 am

1 stop6h 08m

$299

MiamiMedellín

MIA - MDE

MIAMDE

Miami

Fri 5/23

5:45 pm-10:33 pm

1 stop5h 48m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Mon 5/26

10:48 pm-11:56 am

1 stop12h 08m

$307

MiamiMedellín

MIA - MDE

MIAMDE

Miami

Fri 5/23

5:19 pm-8:18 am

1 stop15h 59m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Mon 10/6

12:45 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop6h 10m

$311

MiamiMedellín

MIA - MDE

MIAMDE

Miami

Thu 5/22

5:35 pm-10:43 pm

1 stop6h 08m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Tue 10/7

7:27 am-3:40 pm

1 stop7h 13m

$315

MiamiMedellín

MIA - MDE

MIAMDE

Miami

Thu 5/22

5:35 pm-10:43 pm

1 stop6h 08m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Tue 5/27

5:31 am-3:35 pm

1 stop9h 04m

$319

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Best time to book a flight from USA to South America

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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 $359). Flying from USA 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 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 May 1, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from USA to South America as you normally would.

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 May 1, 2025.
Caribbean Airlines
8.2
Very good
151 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

6.8

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 9
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

JFK - GEO

Air hostesses were friendly. There should be more options for tea.
Caribbean Airlines
8.2
Very good
151 reviews
Caribbean Airlines
8.2
Very good
151 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

6.8

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 9
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

JFK - GEO

Air hostesses were friendly. There should be more options for tea.
Aerolineas Argentinas
8.1
Very good
860 reviews
Caribbean Airlines
8.2
Very good
151 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

6.8

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 9
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

JFK - GEO

Air hostesses were friendly. There should be more options for tea.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews
Caribbean Airlines
8.2
Very good
151 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

6.8

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 9
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

JFK - GEO

Air hostesses were friendly. There should be more options for tea.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,415 reviews
Caribbean Airlines
8.2
Very good
151 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

6.8

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 9
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

JFK - GEO

Air hostesses were friendly. There should be more options for tea.
Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,698 reviews
Caribbean Airlines
8.2
Very good
151 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

6.8

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 9
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

JFK - GEO

Air hostesses were friendly. There should be more options for tea.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $104. However, be on the lookout for offers from Copa Airlines and Arajet, as they are both options that can get you from USA to South America for a low price.

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  • 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 $359). Flying from USA 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 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$78Average$98FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$114Average$514FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
ArajetCheapest$116Average$404FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$127Average$941FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$159Average$862FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$164Average$749FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
AviancaCheapest$184Average$660FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$188Average$905FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
VolarisCheapest$208Average$392FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
JetBlueCheapest$268Average$582FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%

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