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$260+ Cheap flights from South America to California

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BOG — LAX
abr. 22 — abr. 291
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Cheap flight deals from South America to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South America to California flight deals. Data was last updated abril 17, 2025.

Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$415
(Viajes Éxito)

One-way from

$260
(Avianca)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$581

Good round-trip deal

$745 or less

Good one-way deal

$536 or less
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From South America to California
One-way flight from South America to California
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($63 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($24 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from South America to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on abril 17, 2025.

This Viajes Éxito deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Viajes Éxito is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 7/73:59 amBOG - SFO
1 stop20h 46mAvianca
mar. 7/152:20 pmSFO - BOG
1 stop9h 35mAvianca
Deal found 4/17$415
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
dom. 9/148:30 amBOG - SFO
1 stop17h 25mUnited Airlines
sáb. 9/2012:43 amSFO - BOG
1 stop16h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/17$417
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
mié. 4/3012:55 amBOG - LAX
1 stop23h 50mViva
mié. 5/214:15 pmLAX - BOG
1 stop30h 30mViva
Deal found 4/16$424
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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.
sáb. 5/242:07 pmBOG - LAX
2 stops18h 39mMultiple Airlines
jue. 5/2911:50 pmLAX - BOG
1 stop12h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/15$426
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mié. 5/73:59 amBOG - LAX
1 stop10h 31mAvianca
dom. 5/1811:50 pmLAX - BOG
1 stop11h 30mAvianca
Deal found 4/16$428
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
mié. 4/238:30 amBOG - LAX
1 stop17h 13mUnited Airlines
sáb. 4/2612:56 amLAX - BOG
1 stop16h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/17$429
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
jue. 6/52:30 amUIO - LAX
2 stops22h 00mAvianca
dom. 6/221:20 pmLAX - UIO
3 stops17h 15mAvianca
Deal found 4/17$435
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
mar. 9/211:39 amBOG - SFO
1 stop14h 01mCopa Airlines
sáb. 9/131:28 amSFO - BOG
1 stop10h 01mCopa Airlines
Deal found 4/16$438
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
mié. 5/2111:10 amGRU - LAX
1 stop16h 20mCopa Airlines
mar. 6/102:10 amLAX - GRU
1 stop18h 00mCopa Airlines
Deal found 4/17$438
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
mié. 5/77:00 amBOG - SFO
2 stops15h 09mDelta
lun. 5/2612:40 amSFO - BOG
2 stops17h 18mDelta
Deal found 4/16$440
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
mié. 5/284:50 pmGRU - LAX
2 stops24h 40mAvianca
lun. 6/212:30 amLAX - GRU
2 stops21h 40mAvianca
Deal found 4/17$440
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
mié. 9/1710:20 pmGRU - LAX
1 stop21h 14mUnited Airlines
mié. 10/12:10 pmLAX - GRU
1 stop15h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/17$441

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South America to California that are best for you.

Fly from

South America

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BogotáSan Francisco

BOG - SFO

BOGSFO

Bogotá El Dorado

lun. 7/7

3:59 am-10:45 pm

1 stop20h 46m

San Francisco

mar. 7/15

2:20 pm-1:55 am

1 stop9h 35m

$415

BogotáSan Francisco

BOG - SFO

BOGSFO

Bogotá El Dorado

dom. 9/14

8:30 am-11:55 pm

1 stop17h 25m

San Francisco

dom. 9/21

5:00 am-7:20 pm

1 stop12h 20m

$417

BogotáLos Angeles

BOG - LAX

BOGLAX

Bogotá El Dorado

mié. 4/30

12:55 am-10:45 pm

1 stop23h 50m

Los Angeles

mié. 5/21

4:15 pm-12:45 am

1 stop30h 30m

$424

BogotáLos Angeles

BOG - LAX

BOGLAX

Bogotá El Dorado

sáb. 5/24

2:07 pm-6:46 am

2 stops18h 39m

Los Angeles

jue. 5/29

11:50 pm-2:09 pm

1 stop12h 19m

$426

BogotáLos Angeles

BOG - LAX

BOGLAX

Bogotá El Dorado

vie. 5/9

11:10 pm-1:30 pm

1 stop16h 20m

Los Angeles

mar. 5/13

2:50 pm-5:10 am

2 stops12h 20m

$427

BogotáLos Angeles

BOG - LAX

BOGLAX

Bogotá El Dorado

jue. 5/8

12:14 am-11:43 pm

1 stop25h 29m

Los Angeles

mar. 5/13

5:50 pm-4:54 am

1 stop9h 04m

$429

QuitoLos Angeles

UIO - LAX

UIOLAX

Quito Mariscal Sucr

jue. 6/5

2:30 am-10:30 pm

2 stops22h 00m

Los Angeles

dom. 6/22

1:20 pm-8:35 am

3 stops17h 15m

$435

BogotáSan Francisco

BOG - SFO

BOGSFO

Bogotá El Dorado

mar. 9/2

11:39 am-11:40 pm

1 stop14h 01m

San Francisco

sáb. 9/13

1:28 am-1:29 pm

1 stop10h 01m

$438

Sao PauloLos Angeles

GRU - LAX

GRULAX

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

mié. 5/21

11:10 am-11:30 pm

1 stop16h 20m

Los Angeles

mar. 6/24

2:10 am-12:30 am

1 stop18h 20m

$438

Sao PauloLos Angeles

GRU - LAX

GRULAX

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

jue. 5/22

7:20 am-11:10 pm

2 stops19h 50m

Los Angeles

dom. 6/1

12:30 am-12:40 am

2 stops20h 10m

$439

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Best time to book a flight from South America to California

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South America to California

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South America to California (average of $246). Flying from South America to California in June is currently the most expensive (average of $328). 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 SA to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from South America to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated abril 17, 2025.

When flying from South America to California, 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 California by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in California by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July 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 January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. 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 California. Reviews last updated abril 17, 2025.
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 14
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Feb 2025

NVT - LIS

Experience was terrible. Flight cancelled. Missed connection. Replace service with EuroAtlantic airlines. Awful seats, awful food.
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 14
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Feb 2025

NVT - LIS

Experience was terrible. Flight cancelled. Missed connection. Replace service with EuroAtlantic airlines. Awful seats, awful food.
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 14
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Feb 2025

NVT - LIS

Experience was terrible. Flight cancelled. Missed connection. Replace service with EuroAtlantic airlines. Awful seats, awful food.
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 14
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Feb 2025

NVT - LIS

Experience was terrible. Flight cancelled. Missed connection. Replace service with EuroAtlantic airlines. Awful seats, awful food.
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 14
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Feb 2025

NVT - LIS

Experience was terrible. Flight cancelled. Missed connection. Replace service with EuroAtlantic airlines. Awful seats, awful food.
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 14
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Feb 2025

NVT - LIS

Experience was terrible. Flight cancelled. Missed connection. Replace service with EuroAtlantic airlines. Awful seats, awful food.

Related info for your journey

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $260 on Avianca. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Copa Airlines from $262 and United Airlines from $266 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South America to California (average of $246). Flying from South America to California in June is currently the most expensive (average of $328). 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 South America to California

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetBlueCheapest$162Average$688FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$209Average$467FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$230Average$834FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
AviancaCheapest$278Average$666FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$287Average$744FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$360Average$898FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$362Average$781FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$364Average$830FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
GOLCheapest$481Average$1,055FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air CanadaCheapest$569Average$947FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%

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