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$259+ Cheap flights from South America to California

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 5/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BOG — LAX
Apr 2 — Apr 91
Wed 4/2
Wed 4/9
1 adult, Economy
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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 March 28, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$409
(eDestinos)

One-way from

$259
(Mytrip)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$560

Good round-trip deal

$645 or less

Good one-way deal

$471 or less
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Cheapest flights from South America to California
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 March 28, 2025.

This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Fri 4/181:59 pmBOG - LAX
2 stops26h 51mSpirit Airlines
Sat 4/264:59 pmLAX - BOG
2 stops18h 05mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/26$407
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Fri 5/92:20 pmBOG - LAX
1 stop10h 10mAvianca
Mon 5/121:50 pmLAX - BOG
1 stop10h 05mAvianca
Deal found 3/26$416
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 4/3012:55 amBOG - LAX
1 stop23h 50mViva
Sat 5/174:15 pmLAX - BOG
1 stop30h 30mViva
Deal found 3/27$423
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Thu 5/16:17 pmBOG - LAX
1 stop20h 36mCopa Airlines
Tue 5/131:56 amLAX - BOG
1 stop16h 11mCopa Airlines
Deal found 3/26$425
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 4/3012:55 amBOG - LAX
1 stop23h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/83:50 pmLAX - BOG
1 stop19h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$427
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 4/172:20 pmBOG - SFO
1 stop11h 35mAvianca
Thu 5/12:30 amSFO - BOG
1 stop9h 39mAvianca
Deal found 3/27$437
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 5/2611:10 amGRU - LAX
1 stop16h 30mCopa Airlines
Sun 6/11:56 amLAX - GRU
1 stop18h 34mCopa Airlines
Deal found 3/27$439
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/24:10 amGRU - LAX
2 stops23h 00mAvianca
Sat 5/1012:30 amLAX - GRU
2 stops20h 10mAvianca
Deal found 3/26$441
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/149:50 pmGRU - LAX
1 stop29h 53mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/187:00 amLAX - GRU
1 stop22h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/26$443
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 4/1712:08 pmBOG - SFO
1 stop13h 32mCopa Airlines
Fri 5/27:52 pmSFO - BOG
1 stop19h 34mCopa Airlines
Deal found 3/27$464
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/2312:25 amBOG - LAX
1 stop12h 20mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/412:59 amLAX - BOG
1 stop19h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$466
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 LATAM Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/2210:50 pmGRU - LAX
Nonstop12h 10mLATAM Airlines
Wed 5/73:50 pmLAX - GRU
1 stop17h 30mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 3/27$484

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from South America to California 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 March 28, 2025.
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

BogotáLos Angeles

BOG - LAX

BOGLAX

Bogotá El Dorado

Fri 4/18

1:59 pm-2:50 pm

2 stops26h 51m

Los Angeles

Sat 4/26

4:59 pm-1:04 pm

2 stops18h 05m

$407

BogotáLos Angeles

BOG - LAX

BOGLAX

Bogotá El Dorado

Fri 5/9

2:20 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop10h 10m

Los Angeles

Sun 5/11

12:30 am-1:20 pm

1 stop10h 50m

$416

BogotáLos Angeles

BOG - LAX

BOGLAX

Bogotá El Dorado

Wed 4/30

12:55 am-10:45 pm

1 stop23h 50m

Los Angeles

Wed 5/14

4:15 pm-12:45 am

1 stop30h 30m

$423

BogotáLos Angeles

BOG - LAX

BOGLAX

Bogotá El Dorado

Thu 5/1

6:17 pm-12:53 pm

1 stop20h 36m

Los Angeles

Tue 5/13

1:56 am-8:07 pm

1 stop16h 11m

$425

BogotáLos Angeles

BOG - LAX

BOGLAX

Bogotá El Dorado

Wed 4/30

12:55 am-10:45 pm

1 stop23h 50m

Los Angeles

Thu 5/8

3:50 pm-1:05 pm

1 stop19h 15m

$427

BogotáSan Francisco

BOG - SFO

BOGSFO

Bogotá El Dorado

Thu 4/17

2:20 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop11h 35m

San Francisco

Thu 5/1

2:30 am-2:09 pm

1 stop9h 39m

$437

Sao PauloLos Angeles

GRU - LAX

GRULAX

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Tue 5/27

11:10 am-11:40 pm

1 stop16h 30m

Los Angeles

Mon 6/16

2:10 am-12:10 am

1 stop18h 00m

$439

Sao PauloLos Angeles

GRU - LAX

GRULAX

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Fri 5/2

4:10 am-11:10 pm

2 stops23h 00m

Los Angeles

Sat 5/10

12:30 am-12:40 am

2 stops20h 10m

$441

Sao PauloLos Angeles

GRU - LAX

GRULAX

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Thu 5/8

9:50 pm-6:55 am

1 stop37h 05m

Los Angeles

Sat 5/17

5:55 pm-9:30 am

1 stop35h 35m

$443

BogotáSan Francisco

BOG - SFO

BOGSFO

Bogotá El Dorado

Thu 4/17

12:08 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop13h 32m

San Francisco

Fri 5/2

7:52 pm-5:26 pm

1 stop19h 34m

$464

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Best time to book a flight from South America to California

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to California from South America with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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 March is currently the most expensive (average of $330). 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 March 28, 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 March 28, 2025.
Azul
8.0
Very good
772 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

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.
Azul
8.0
Very good
772 reviews
Azul
8.0
Very good
772 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,896 reviews
Azul
8.0
Very good
772 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

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.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,395 reviews
Azul
8.0
Very good
772 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

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.
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,750 reviews
Azul
8.0
Very good
772 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

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.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
811 reviews
Azul
8.0
Very good
772 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

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 $259 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Viva from $260 and Avianca from $263 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.

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

    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 March is currently the most expensive (average of $330). 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

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from South America to California. 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 March 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetBlueCheapest$162Average$688FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$223Average$450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$230Average$820FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
AviancaCheapest$276Average$657FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$301Average$719FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$310Average$900FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$355Average$763FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$364Average$848FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
GOLCheapest$481Average$658FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air CanadaCheapest$569Average$958FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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