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 16h 05m. Copa Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $303. There are 2281 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 Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $80. However, be on the lookout for offers from Copa Airlines and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Washington, D.C. to South America for a low price.

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.

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).

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

The most popular route from Washington, D.C. to South America is Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Bogotá El Dorado. You may also consider Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl or Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Lima J Chavez Intl.

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

The cheapest flight price from Washington, D.C. to South America is $158. On average you can expect to pay $973. The most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Bogotá El Dorado), can usually be booked for $305.

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 (85%), ANA (73%) or United Airlines (73%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Washington, D.C. to South America?

Before booking your flight from Washington, D.C. to South America check out the most popular airlines for this route: Copa Airlines, Avianca or LATAM Airlines.

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.

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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 October 29, 2025.

Sun 11/1611:43 amBWI - MDE

1 stop13h 14mSpirit Airlines

Fri 12/52:05 amMDE - BWI

1 stop7h 30mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 10/28

$219

Sun 11/1611:43 amBWI - MDE

1 stop13h 14mSpirit Airlines

Wed 12/32:05 amMDE - BWI

1 stop7h 30mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 10/28

$224

Thu 11/1311:43 amBWI - MDE

1 stop13h 14mSpirit Airlines

Sun 12/142:05 amMDE - BWI

1 stop7h 30mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 10/28

$230

Sun 11/1611:43 amBWI - MDE

1 stop13h 14mSpirit Airlines

Thu 12/42:05 amMDE - BWI

1 stop7h 30mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 10/28

$234

Tue 11/116:20 amBWI - MDE

1 stop7h 43mSpirit Airlines

Sat 11/153:14 pmMDE - BWI

1 stop8h 57mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 10/28

$240

Tue 11/116:20 amBWI - MDE

1 stop7h 43mSpirit Airlines

Thu 11/131:52 amMDE - BWI

1 stop8h 46mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 10/28

$245

Tue 11/116:20 amBWI - MDE

1 stop7h 43mSpirit Airlines

Sun 12/142:05 amMDE - BWI

1 stop7h 30mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 10/27

$246

Sat 11/159:36 pmBWI - MDE

1 stop16h 27mSpirit Airlines

Fri 12/52:05 amMDE - BWI

1 stop7h 30mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 10/28

$247

Tue 11/116:20 amBWI - MDE

1 stop7h 43mSpirit Airlines

Tue 11/111:52 amMDE - BWI

1 stop13h 55mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 10/28

$249

Sat 11/156:20 amBWI - MDE

1 stop7h 43mSpirit Airlines

Wed 12/32:05 amMDE - BWI

1 stop7h 30mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 10/28

$260

Wed 11/126:20 amBWI - MDE

1 stop18h 37mSpirit Airlines

Thu 11/133:14 pmMDE - BWI

1 stop8h 35mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 10/28

$262

Sat 11/151:13 amIAD - MDE

1 stop8h 38mCopa Airlines

Thu 11/206:24 amMDE - IAD

1 stop7h 38mCopa Airlines

Deal found 10/28

$291

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Thu 11/133:24 pmIAD - MDE

1 stop16h 54mCopa Airlines

Sun 11/1612:42 pmMDE - IAD

1 stop14h 40mCopa Airlines

Deal found 10/29

$291

Tue 11/116:20 amBWI - MDE

1 stop15h 20mMultiple Airlines

Tue 11/181:00 pmMDE - BWI

1 stop10h 07mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/27

$302

Fri 11/146:00 amBWI - MDE

1 stop16h 05mUnited Airlines

Thu 11/2010:45 amMDE - BWI

1 stop11h 56mUnited Airlines

Deal found 10/27

$303

Tue 11/1810:05 amIAD - BOG

1 stop9h 25mDelta

Sat 11/226:15 amBOG - IAD

2 stops17h 04mDelta

Deal found 10/28

$353

Sat 11/153:24 pmIAD - MDE

1 stop16h 54mCopa Airlines

Sun 12/146:24 amMDE - IAD

1 stop7h 38mCopa Airlines

Deal found 10/27

$291

Mon 11/106:00 amBWI - MDE

1 stop16h 05mUnited Airlines

Wed 12/1010:45 amMDE - BWI

1 stop11h 40mUnited Airlines

Deal found 10/28

$303

Sat 11/153:24 pmIAD - MDE

1 stop16h 54mCopa Airlines

Wed 11/196:24 amMDE - IAD

1 stop17h 09mCopa Airlines

Deal found 10/29

$291

Sun 11/166:00 amBWI - MDE

1 stop16h 05mUnited Airlines

Thu 11/2010:45 amMDE - BWI

1 stop11h 56mUnited Airlines

Deal found 10/27

$303

Fri 11/283:24 pmIAD - MDE

1 stop16h 54mCopa Airlines

Sat 12/2010:46 amMDE - IAD

1 stop12h 47mCopa Airlines

Deal found 10/29

$291

Fri 11/286:00 amIAD - BOG

1 stop8h 25mDelta

Mon 12/85:15 pmBOG - IAD

2 stops21h 25mDelta

Deal found 10/29

$353

Fri 11/146:00 amBWI - MDE

1 stop16h 05mUnited Airlines

Wed 11/1910:45 amMDE - BWI

1 stop11h 56mUnited Airlines

Deal found 10/28

$303

Tue 11/112:35 pmIAD - GRU

1 stop23h 40mGOL

Wed 5/207:20 amGRU - IAD

1 stop31h 40mGOL

Deal found 10/27

$738

Fri 12/123:32 pmIAD - MDE

1 stop16h 46mCopa Airlines

Sun 12/146:24 amMDE - IAD

1 stop17h 09mCopa Airlines

Deal found 10/29

$291

Thu 11/136:00 amIAD - BOG

1 stop13h 30mDelta

Wed 11/196:15 amBOG - IAD

2 stops18h 01mDelta

Deal found 10/28

$353

Thu 11/136:00 amBWI - MDE

1 stop16h 05mUnited Airlines

Sat 12/1310:45 amMDE - BWI

1 stop11h 40mUnited Airlines

Deal found 10/27

$303

Sun 1/111:12 amIAD - MDE

1 stop7h 06mCopa Airlines

Tue 1/2012:42 pmMDE - IAD

1 stop14h 31mCopa Airlines

Deal found 10/28

$291

Thu 11/1310:05 amIAD - BOG

1 stop9h 25mDelta

Thu 11/206:15 amBOG - IAD

2 stops18h 01mDelta

Deal found 10/27

$353

Sun 11/25:00 amBWI - MDE

1 stop16h 05mUnited Airlines

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1 stop11h 56mUnited Airlines

Deal found 10/27

$303

Fri 11/73:24 pmIAD - MDE

1 stop17h 25mCopa Airlines

Fri 11/149:17 amMDE - IAD

1 stop18h 05mCopa Airlines

Deal found 10/29

$291

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1 stop8h 12mDelta

Deal found 10/28

$358

Mon 11/176:00 amBWI - MDE

1 stop16h 05mUnited Airlines

Thu 11/2010:45 amMDE - BWI

1 stop11h 56mUnited Airlines

Deal found 10/27

$303

Tue 11/41:13 amIAD - MDE

1 stop8h 38mCopa Airlines

Tue 11/116:20 pmMDE - IAD

1 stop9h 02mCopa Airlines

Deal found 10/28

$291

Tue 2/106:00 amIAD - BOG

2 stops14h 20mDelta

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2 stops17h 07mDelta

Deal found 10/28

$358

Sun 11/166:00 amBWI - MDE

1 stop16h 05mUnited Airlines

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1 stop11h 56mUnited Airlines

Deal found 10/27

$303

Sun 11/161:13 amIAD - MDE

1 stop7h 05mCopa Airlines

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1 stop14h 16mCopa Airlines

Deal found 10/29

$291

Mon 11/176:00 amBWI - MDE

1 stop16h 05mUnited Airlines

Wed 11/1910:45 amMDE - BWI

1 stop11h 56mUnited Airlines

Deal found 10/28

$303

Sun 11/98:22 amIAD - MDE

1 stop11h 54mCopa Airlines

Sat 11/1510:46 amMDE - IAD

1 stop16h 36mCopa Airlines

Deal found 10/29

$291

Mon 11/36:00 amBWI - MDE

1 stop16h 05mUnited Airlines

Wed 12/310:45 amMDE - BWI

1 stop11h 40mUnited Airlines

Deal found 10/28

$303

Mon 2/97:15 amIAD - CTG

1 stop7h 02mDelta

Wed 2/183:30 pmCTG - IAD

1 stop8h 37mDelta

Deal found 10/28

$417

Fri 11/71:13 amIAD - MDE

1 stop13h 02mCopa Airlines

Tue 12/169:17 amMDE - IAD

1 stop18h 05mCopa Airlines

Deal found 10/29

$291

Last-minute flights from Washington, D.C. to South America
Discover last-minute flight deals from Washington, D.C. to South America. Data last updated October 29, 2025 and is based on user searches.

Tue 11/116:20 amBWI - MDE

1 stop7h 43mSpirit Airlines

Sat 11/153:14 pmMDE - BWI

1 stop8h 57mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 10/28

$240

Tue 11/116:20 amBWI - MDE

1 stop7h 43mSpirit Airlines

Thu 11/131:52 amMDE - BWI

1 stop8h 46mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 10/28

$245

Tue 11/116:20 amBWI - MDE

1 stop7h 43mSpirit Airlines

Sun 12/142:05 amMDE - BWI

1 stop7h 30mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 10/27

$246

Tue 11/116:20 amBWI - MDE

1 stop7h 43mSpirit Airlines

Tue 11/111:52 amMDE - BWI

1 stop13h 55mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 10/28

$249

Wed 11/126:20 amBWI - MDE

1 stop18h 37mSpirit Airlines

Thu 11/133:14 pmMDE - BWI

1 stop8h 35mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 10/28

$262

Thu 11/1311:43 amBWI - MDE

1 stop13h 14mSpirit Airlines

Sun 12/142:05 amMDE - BWI

1 stop7h 30mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 10/28

$230

Sat 11/159:36 pmBWI - MDE

1 stop16h 27mSpirit Airlines

Fri 12/52:05 amMDE - BWI

1 stop7h 30mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 10/28

$247

Sat 11/156:20 amBWI - MDE

1 stop7h 43mSpirit Airlines

Wed 12/32:05 amMDE - BWI

1 stop7h 30mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 10/28

$260

Sat 11/151:13 amIAD - MDE

1 stop8h 38mCopa Airlines

Thu 11/206:24 amMDE - IAD

1 stop7h 38mCopa Airlines

Deal found 10/28

$291

Sun 11/1611:43 amBWI - MDE

1 stop13h 14mSpirit Airlines

Fri 12/52:05 amMDE - BWI

1 stop7h 30mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 10/28

$219

Sun 11/1611:43 amBWI - MDE

1 stop13h 14mSpirit Airlines

Wed 12/32:05 amMDE - BWI

1 stop7h 30mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 10/28

$224

Sun 11/1611:43 amBWI - MDE

1 stop13h 14mSpirit Airlines

Thu 12/42:05 amMDE - BWI

1 stop7h 30mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 10/28

$234

One-way flights from Washington, D.C. to South America
Search for one-way flight options from Washington, D.C. to South America. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated October 29, 2025.

Mon 1/56:18 pmBWI - MDE

1 stop7h 10mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 10/27

$80

Sun 11/1611:43 amBWI - MDE

1 stop13h 14mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 10/28

$83

Tue 12/211:13 amBWI - MDE

1 stop13h 43mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 10/27

$101

Sat 11/159:36 pmBWI - MDE

1 stop16h 27mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 10/28

$103

Wed 11/129:36 pmBWI - MDE

1 stop27h 21mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 10/28

$105

Mon 12/14:14 pmBWI - MDE

1 stop8h 42mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 10/28

$110

Sun 11/161:13 amIAD - CTG

1 stop9h 48mCopa Airlines

Deal found 10/28

$120

Tue 1/201:30 amIAD - CTG

1 stop11h 40mAvianca

Deal found 10/28

$122

Mon 1/52:45 pmDCA - MDE

1 stop14h 57mUnited Airlines

Deal found 10/27

$123

Mon 11/175:45 amIAD - CTG

1 stop8h 50mAvianca

Deal found 10/27

$124

Fri 11/141:13 amIAD - MDE

1 stop13h 02mCopa Airlines

Deal found 10/28

$125

Sun 11/162:35 pmIAD - CTG

1 stop9h 05mAvianca

Deal found 10/28

$125

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Washington, D.C.Medellín

IAD - MDE

IADMDE

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 11/13

3:24 pm-8:18 am

1 stop16h 54m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Sun 11/16

12:42 pm-3:22 am

1 stop14h 40m

$291

Washington, D.C.Medellín

IAD - MDE

IADMDE

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 11/15

3:24 pm-8:18 am

1 stop16h 54m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Sun 12/14

6:24 am-2:02 pm

1 stop7h 38m

$291

Washington, D.C.Medellín

IAD - MDE

IADMDE

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 11/15

3:24 pm-8:18 am

1 stop16h 54m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Wed 11/19

6:24 am-11:33 pm

1 stop17h 09m

$291

Washington, D.C.Medellín

IAD - MDE

IADMDE

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 11/28

3:24 pm-8:18 am

1 stop16h 54m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Sat 12/20

10:46 am-11:33 pm

1 stop12h 47m

$291

Washington, D.C.Medellín

IAD - MDE

IADMDE

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 12/12

3:32 pm-8:18 am

1 stop16h 46m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Sun 12/14

6:24 am-11:33 pm

1 stop17h 09m

$291

Washington, D.C.Medellín

IAD - MDE

IADMDE

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 1/11

1:12 am-8:18 am

1 stop7h 06m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Tue 1/20

12:42 pm-3:13 am

1 stop14h 31m

$291

Washington, D.C.Medellín

IAD - MDE

IADMDE

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 11/7

3:24 pm-8:49 am

1 stop17h 25m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Fri 11/14

9:17 am-3:22 am

1 stop18h 05m

$291

Washington, D.C.Medellín

IAD - MDE

IADMDE

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 11/4

1:13 am-9:51 am

1 stop8h 38m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Tue 11/11

6:20 pm-3:22 am

1 stop9h 02m

$291

Washington, D.C.Medellín

IAD - MDE

IADMDE

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 11/16

1:13 am-8:18 am

1 stop7h 05m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Sat 11/22

9:17 am-11:33 pm

1 stop14h 16m

$291

Washington, D.C.Medellín

IAD - MDE

IADMDE

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 11/9

8:22 am-8:16 pm

1 stop11h 54m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Sat 11/15

10:46 am-3:22 am

1 stop16h 36m

$291

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to South America (average of $122). Flying from Washington, D.C. to South America in September is currently the most expensive (average of $273). 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?

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 20% on flights from Washington, D.C. to South America by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Washington, D.C. to South America?

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. to South America flight should consider departing on Thursday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing South America

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.

Delta

7.9

Good

7,994 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.

Delta

7.9

Good

7,994 reviews

Delta

7.9

Good

7,994 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

Copa Airlines

7.6

Good

1,562 reviews

Delta

7.9

Good

7,994 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

LATAM Airlines

7.5

Good

1,871 reviews

Delta

7.9

Good

7,994 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

American Airlines

7.2

Good

11,032 reviews

Delta

7.9

Good

7,994 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

Avianca

6.6

Okay

2,468 reviews

Delta

7.9

Good

7,994 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

Related info for your journey

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 16h 05m. Copa Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $303. There are 2281 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 Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $80. However, be on the lookout for offers from Copa Airlines and United 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?
The most popular route from Washington, D.C. to South America is Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Bogotá El Dorado. You may also consider Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl or Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Lima J Chavez Intl.
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 (85%), ANA (73%) or United Airlines (73%) 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 $158. On average you can expect to pay $973. The most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Bogotá El Dorado), can usually be booked for $305.
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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to South America (average of $122). Flying from Washington, D.C. to South America in September is currently the most expensive (average of $273). 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

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
United Airlines	Cheapest$206	Average$777	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%
LATAM Airlines	Cheapest$218	Average$646	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time81%
Spirit Airlines	Cheapest$249	Average$542	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time65%
Delta	Cheapest$252	Average$700	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
Avianca	Cheapest$271	Average$564	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
Copa Airlines	Cheapest$277	Average$583	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time70%
American Airlines	Cheapest$297	Average$757	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
GOL	Cheapest$423	Average$551	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%
Air Canada	Cheapest$588	Average$741	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time67%

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