South America

$125+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to South America

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WAS — BOG
Oct 11 — Oct 181
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Cheap flight deals from Washington, D.C. to South America

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Washington, D.C. to South America flight deals. Data was last updated September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$291
(Copa Airlines)

One-way from

$125
(Copa Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$625

Good round-trip deal

$435 or less

Good one-way deal

$235 or less
From Washington, D.C. (WAS) to South America
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to South America
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price ($144 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($43 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to South America.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to South America.

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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to South America
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to South America. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/62:25 amIAD - MDE
1 stop6h 52mCopa Airlines
Wed 10/153:29 pmMDE - IAD
1 stop11h 51mCopa Airlines
Deal found 9/11$291
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Mon 11/33:00 amIAD - MDE
1 stop9h 55mAvianca
Mon 11/104:20 amMDE - IAD
1 stop8h 55mAvianca
Deal found 9/10$293
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Tue 10/75:45 amIAD - MDE
2 stops11h 27mAvianca
Tue 10/142:10 pmMDE - IAD
1 stop11h 35mAvianca
Deal found 9/10$294
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Wed 9/247:00 amIAD - MDE
1 stop7h 54mAvianca
Sat 11/87:40 pmMDE - IAD
1 stop8h 45mAvianca
Deal found 9/10$297
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Thu 9/185:45 amIAD - MDE
2 stops12h 00mAvianca
Tue 9/237:56 pmMDE - IAD
1 stop8h 39mAvianca
Deal found 9/10$298
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Mon 10/132:35 amIAD - MDE
2 stops12h 25mAvianca
Tue 10/215:49 pmMDE - IAD
1 stop10h 46mAvianca
Deal found 9/10$299
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Tue 9/233:20 pmIAD - MDE
1 stop9h 22mAvianca
Mon 9/299:38 pmMDE - IAD
1 stop15h 22mAvianca
Deal found 9/10$300
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Mon 10/62:35 amIAD - MDE
2 stops12h 25mAvianca
Wed 10/1511:00 amMDE - IAD
2 stops16h 20mAvianca
Deal found 9/10$301
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Sat 9/1311:03 amIAD - MDE
1 stop11h 07mUnited Airlines
Fri 9/269:45 amMDE - IAD
1 stop13h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/11$303
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Sat 9/132:25 amIAD - MDE
1 stop6h 52mCopa Airlines
Tue 9/306:18 pmMDE - IAD
1 stop9h 02mCopa Airlines
Deal found 9/11$305
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Wed 9/103:20 pmIAD - LIM
1 stop11h 25mAvianca
Mon 9/228:25 pmLIM - IAD
1 stop16h 35mAvianca
Deal found 9/10$336
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Mon 9/2210:05 pmIAD - BOG
1 stop22h 15mUnited Airlines
Thu 9/2512:14 amBOG - IAD
1 stop19h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/11$338

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Washington, D.C.Medellín

IAD - MDE

IADMDE

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 9/23

2:25 am-5:00 pm

1 stop15h 35m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Sat 11/8

12:42 pm-3:22 am

1 stop14h 40m

$291

Washington, D.C.Medellín

IAD - MDE

IADMDE

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 10/6

2:25 am-10:55 am

1 stop9h 30m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Wed 10/15

4:15 pm-12:30 am

1 stop7h 15m

$291

Washington, D.C.Medellín

IAD - MDE

IADMDE

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 9/20

2:25 am-2:44 pm

1 stop13h 19m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Sat 9/27

9:42 am-4:20 am

1 stop17h 38m

$291

Washington, D.C.Medellín

IAD - MDE

IADMDE

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 10/6

2:25 am-8:17 am

1 stop6h 52m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Tue 10/14

8:40 am-12:30 am

1 stop14h 50m

$291

Washington, D.C.Medellín

IAD - MDE

IADMDE

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 10/18

4:41 pm-8:17 am

1 stop16h 36m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Wed 10/22

12:45 pm-12:30 am

1 stop10h 45m

$291

Washington, D.C.Medellín

IAD - MDE

IADMDE

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 10/30

10:10 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop23h 55m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Sat 11/8

10:45 am-11:44 pm

1 stop12h 59m

$294

Washington, D.C.Medellín

IAD - MDE

IADMDE

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 9/22

2:35 am-2:00 pm

2 stops12h 25m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Mon 9/29

9:05 am-1:15 am

2 stops15h 10m

$302

Washington, D.C.Medellín

IAD - MDE

IADMDE

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 9/30

12:50 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop9h 20m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Thu 10/9

9:45 am-10:06 pm

1 stop11h 21m

$303

Washington, D.C.Medellín

IAD - MDE

IADMDE

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 9/27

10:45 am-9:10 pm

1 stop11h 25m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Fri 10/10

9:45 am-10:06 pm

1 stop11h 21m

$303

Washington, D.C.Medellín

IAD - MDE

IADMDE

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 9/29

12:50 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop9h 20m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Thu 10/9

9:45 am-10:06 pm

1 stop11h 21m

$303

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Best time to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to South America

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. to South America

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to South America?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. 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 September 11, 2025.

When flying from Washington, D.C. 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.

Weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to South America

Explore weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to South America. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated September 11, 2025.

The most flights from WAS to 0SA are scheduled on a Wednesday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

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 September 11, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Washington, D.C. to South America, such as Delta, Copa Airlines, and LATAM Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. to South America?

    A quick flight from Washington, D.C. to South America can take about 12h. Copa Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $432. There are 3535 mi between Washington, D.C. and South America. 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 Washington, D.C. to South America one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Copa Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $125. However, be on the lookout for offers from Avianca and American Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Washington, D.C. to South America for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to South America?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Washington, D.C. to South America?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Washington, D.C. to South America consider choosing Avianca (83%), ANA (75%) or United Airlines (75%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to South America?

    The cheapest flight price from Washington, D.C. to South America is $168. On average you can expect to pay $1,097. The most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Lima J Chavez Intl), can usually be booked for $377.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to South America that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to South America?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to South America?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to South America?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to South America (average of $359). Flying from Washington, D.C. 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 9 airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to South America

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$206Average$810FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$218Average$657FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$249Average$532FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$252Average$712FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AviancaCheapest$272Average$560FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$273Average$583FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$300Average$760FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
GOLCheapest$423Average$663FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air CanadaCheapest$588Average$741FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%

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