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$257+ Cheap flights from South America to California

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BOG — LAX
Feb 26 — Mar 51
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Cheap flight deals from South America to California

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$388
(Viva)

One-way from

$257
(Viva)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$547

Good round-trip deal

$610 or less

Good one-way deal

$484 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. 11% potential increase in price ($87 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($22 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2025
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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 February 21, 2025.

This Viva deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Viva is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/201:55 amBOG - LAX
1 stop15h 05mViva
Sat 4/54:15 pmLAX - BOG
1 stop30h 30mViva
Deal found 2/20$388
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Wed 5/72:03 pmBOG - LAX
2 stops12h 22mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/206:58 pmLAX - BOG
2 stops16h 10mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/20$398
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 3/101:59 pmBOG - LAX
2 stops23h 38mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/612:50 amLAX - BOG
1 stop21h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$402
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Tue 4/12:20 pmBOG - SFO
1 stop11h 35mAvianca
Tue 4/2912:05 amSFO - BOG
1 stop12h 04mAvianca
Deal found 2/19$438
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Tue 3/254:50 amBOG - SFO
1 stop20h 50mCopa Airlines
Sat 3/291:46 amSFO - BOG
1 stop13h 21mCopa Airlines
Deal found 2/19$439
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Wed 3/1211:00 amBOG - SFO
2 stops15h 22mDelta
Fri 3/289:30 pmSFO - BOG
1 stop19h 45mDelta
Deal found 2/19$441
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Fri 3/219:45 pmGRU - LAX
1 stop15h 35mUnited Airlines
Mon 3/3112:50 amLAX - GRU
1 stop26h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/21$441
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Tue 3/48:15 amBOG - SFO
1 stop11h 59mUnited Airlines
Wed 3/1212:43 amSFO - BOG
1 stop19h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$445
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Fri 3/213:50 pmBOG - SFO
1 stop20h 50mLATAM Airlines
Thu 4/311:59 pmSFO - BOG
1 stop17h 16mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 2/19$450
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 3/124:00 amBOG - SFO
1 stop11h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 3/2710:59 pmSFO - BOG
2 stops46h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$458
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 2/268:26 amBOG - LAX
1 stop15h 35mAmerican Airlines
Thu 9/258:00 amLAX - BOG
1 stop12h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/21$466
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Mon 3/2411:15 pmGRU - LAX
Nonstop12h 20mLATAM Airlines
Mon 4/79:15 pmLAX - GRU
1 stop18h 30mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 2/20$467

Find flights from South America to California within your budget

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 February 21, 2025.

Fly from

South America

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BogotáLos Angeles

BOG - LAX

BOGLAX

Bogotá El Dorado

Thu 3/20

1:55 am-3:00 pm

1 stop15h 05m

Los Angeles

Sat 4/5

4:15 pm-12:45 am

1 stop30h 30m

$388

BogotáLos Angeles

BOG - LAX

BOGLAX

Bogotá El Dorado

Wed 5/7

2:03 pm-12:25 am

2 stops12h 22m

Los Angeles

Tue 5/20

6:58 pm-1:08 pm

2 stops16h 10m

$398

BogotáLos Angeles

BOG - LAX

BOGLAX

Bogotá El Dorado

Mon 3/10

1:59 pm-11:37 am

2 stops23h 38m

Los Angeles

Tue 5/6

12:50 am-11:55 pm

1 stop21h 05m

$402

BogotáSan Francisco

BOG - SFO

BOGSFO

Bogotá El Dorado

Tue 4/1

2:20 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop10h 25m

San Francisco

Wed 4/30

2:20 pm-1:55 am

1 stop9h 35m

$438

BogotáSan Francisco

BOG - SFO

BOGSFO

Bogotá El Dorado

Tue 3/25

4:50 am-11:40 pm

1 stop20h 50m

San Francisco

Sat 3/29

1:46 am-5:07 pm

1 stop13h 21m

$439

BogotáSan Francisco

BOG - SFO

BOGSFO

Bogotá El Dorado

Wed 3/12

8:15 am-8:39 pm

1 stop14h 24m

San Francisco

Tue 3/25

7:20 am-10:35 pm

1 stop13h 15m

$441

Sao PauloLos Angeles

GRU - LAX

GRULAX

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Fri 3/21

9:45 pm-4:42 pm

1 stop22h 57m

Los Angeles

Sat 4/5

12:56 am-7:35 am

1 stop26h 39m

$441

BogotáSan Francisco

BOG - SFO

BOGSFO

Bogotá El Dorado

Tue 3/4

6:50 am-12:14 am

2 stops20h 24m

San Francisco

Tue 3/25

4:05 pm-2:25 pm

2 stops20h 20m

$443

BogotáSan Francisco

BOG - SFO

BOGSFO

Bogotá El Dorado

Fri 3/21

3:50 pm-10:40 am

1 stop20h 50m

San Francisco

Thu 4/3

11:59 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop17h 16m

$450

BogotáSan Francisco

BOG - SFO

BOGSFO

Bogotá El Dorado

Wed 3/12

4:00 am-1:00 pm

1 stop11h 00m

San Francisco

Thu 3/27

10:59 pm-11:35 pm

2 stops46h 36m

$458

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Travel insights for flights from South America to California

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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 $344). 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 February 21, 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 February 21, 2025.
8.0
Very good

Food

7.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 13

10.0
Excellent

Aidan,Dec 2024

VCP - VIX

Very good we were taken care of in all aspects when traveling with our 1 year old. Would recommend Azul and I will travel with them again.

8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Food

7.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 13

10.0
Excellent

Aidan,Dec 2024

VCP - VIX

Very good we were taken care of in all aspects when traveling with our 1 year old. Would recommend Azul and I will travel with them again.

8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Food

7.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 13

10.0
Excellent

Aidan,Dec 2024

VCP - VIX

Very good we were taken care of in all aspects when traveling with our 1 year old. Would recommend Azul and I will travel with them again.

8.0
Very good

Food

7.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 13

10.0
Excellent

Aidan,Dec 2024

VCP - VIX

Very good we were taken care of in all aspects when traveling with our 1 year old. Would recommend Azul and I will travel with them again.

8.0
Very good

Food

7.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 13

10.0
Excellent

Aidan,Dec 2024

VCP - VIX

Very good we were taken care of in all aspects when traveling with our 1 year old. Would recommend Azul and I will travel with them again.

8.0
Very good

Food

7.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 13

10.0
Excellent

Aidan,Dec 2024

VCP - VIX

Very good we were taken care of in all aspects when traveling with our 1 year old. Would recommend Azul and I will travel with them again.

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 $257 on Viva. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Spirit Airlines from $259 and American Airlines from $271 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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  • 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 $344). 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%
United AirlinesCheapest$187Average$902FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$223Average$467FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$271Average$834FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
AviancaCheapest$271Average$641FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$290Average$725FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$355Average$763FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$379Average$824FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
GOLCheapest$481Average$658FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
AeromexicoCheapest$550Average$574FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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