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$164+ Cheap flights from California to South America

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LAX — BOG
Feb 4 — Feb 111
Tue 2/4
Tue 2/11
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to South America

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from California (USCA) to South America (0SA). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated January 30, 2025.

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FlightHub
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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$370
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$164
(Booking.com)

Popular in

December

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October

Average price

$743

Good round-trip deal

$567 or less

Good one-way deal

$323 or less
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Cheapest flights from California to South America
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to South America. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 30, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/269:00 amLAX - BOG
2 stops26h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/57:25 amBOG - LAX
3 stops31h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28$370
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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.
Sun 2/91:07 amLAX - BOG
1 stop9h 33mCopa Airlines
Thu 2/2011:39 amBOG - LAX
1 stop14h 01mCopa Airlines
Deal found 1/29$378
This Viva deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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.
Sat 2/153:30 pmLAX - BOG
1 stop30h 25mViva
Sun 3/21:55 amBOG - LAX
1 stop15h 05mViva
Deal found 1/30$379
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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.
Sun 4/2712:30 amLAX - BOG
1 stop10h 50mAvianca
Fri 5/211:10 pmBOG - LAX
1 stop16h 20mAvianca
Deal found 1/29$388
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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.
Fri 3/74:59 pmLAX - BOG
2 stops18h 05mSpirit Airlines
Sun 3/91:59 pmBOG - LAX
2 stops25h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/29$393
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/254:29 pmLAX - MDE
1 stop18h 39mMultiple Airlines
Fri 3/287:28 amMDE - LAX
2 stops28h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/30$404
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/221:07 amLAX - MDE
1 stop13h 01mCopa Airlines
Wed 2/266:40 amMDE - LAX
1 stop12h 31mCopa Airlines
Deal found 1/29$406
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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.
Sun 2/231:00 pmLAX - MDE
1 stop9h 55mAvianca
Mon 3/33:20 amMDE - LAX
1 stop11h 20mAvianca
Deal found 1/29$409
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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.
Thu 2/2012:55 amLAX - BOG
1 stop18h 40mUnited Airlines
Fri 2/288:15 amBOG - LAX
1 stop25h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/29$409
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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.
Fri 2/711:20 amLAX - MDE
1 stop31h 45mUnited Airlines
Fri 2/1410:45 amMDE - LAX
1 stop14h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/30$412
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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.
Mon 3/39:55 pmLAX - BOG
1 stop18h 35mDelta
Thu 3/66:56 pmBOG - LAX
1 stop14h 59mDelta
Deal found 1/30$443
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Wed 3/512:32 pmLAX - MDE
2 stops22h 15mSpirit Airlines
Wed 3/192:15 pmMDE - LAX
1 stop21h 43mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/29$449

Find flights from California to South America within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from California to South America 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 January 30, 2025.

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Los AngelesBogotá

LAX - BOG

LAXBOG

Los Angeles

Wed 2/26

9:00 am-2:05 pm

2 stops26h 05m

Bogotá El Dorado

Wed 3/5

7:25 am-12:15 pm

3 stops31h 50m

$370

Los AngelesBogotá

LAX - BOG

LAXBOG

Los Angeles

Sun 2/9

1:07 am-1:40 pm

1 stop9h 33m

Bogotá El Dorado

Thu 2/20

11:39 am-10:40 pm

1 stop14h 01m

$378

Los AngelesBogotá

LAX - BOG

LAXBOG

Los Angeles

Sat 2/15

3:30 pm-12:55 am

1 stop30h 25m

Bogotá El Dorado

Sun 3/2

1:55 am-2:00 pm

1 stop15h 05m

$379

Los AngelesBogotá

LAX - BOG

LAXBOG

Los Angeles

Sun 4/27

12:30 am-1:20 pm

1 stop10h 50m

Bogotá El Dorado

Fri 5/2

11:10 pm-1:30 pm

1 stop16h 20m

$388

Los AngelesBogotá

LAX - BOG

LAXBOG

Los Angeles

Fri 3/7

4:59 pm-2:04 pm

2 stops18h 05m

Bogotá El Dorado

Sun 3/9

1:59 pm-1:39 pm

2 stops25h 40m

$393

Los AngelesMedellín

LAX - MDE

LAXMDE

Los Angeles

Fri 4/25

1:20 am-9:05 pm

1 stop17h 45m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Fri 5/9

9:45 am-11:43 pm

1 stop15h 58m

$403

Los AngelesBogotá

LAX - BOG

LAXBOG

Los Angeles

Sun 3/2

6:00 am-10:35 pm

1 stop13h 35m

Bogotá El Dorado

Thu 3/13

8:15 am-11:49 pm

1 stop17h 34m

$403

Los AngelesMedellín

LAX - MDE

LAXMDE

Los Angeles

Tue 3/25

4:29 pm-1:08 pm

1 stop18h 39m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Fri 3/28

7:28 am-9:58 am

2 stops28h 30m

$404

Los AngelesMedellín

LAX - MDE

LAXMDE

Los Angeles

Sun 2/16

1:07 am-2:10 pm

1 stop10h 03m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Fri 2/28

11:59 am-10:36 pm

1 stop13h 37m

$406

Los AngelesMedellín

LAX - MDE

LAXMDE

Los Angeles

Wed 3/5

1:00 pm-1:55 am

1 stop9h 55m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Thu 3/27

1:25 pm-11:20 pm

2 stops11h 55m

$411

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Best time to book a flight from California to South America

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Travel insights for flights from California to South America

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from California to South America including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from California 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 January 30, 2025.

When flying from California 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.

Rainfall in South America by month

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

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.

Temperature in South America by month

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

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).

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 January 30, 2025.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,445 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,445 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,445 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

Azul
8.0
Very good
799 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,445 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,454 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,445 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

Aerolineas Argentinas
8.0
Very good
860 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,445 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,335 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,445 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

Related info for your journey

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  • How popular is this California to South America flight route?

    Flights from California to South America have been viewed 4 times in the past calendar month.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $164. However, be on the lookout for offers from Viva and Avianca, as they are both options that can get you from California to South America for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to South America (average of $359). Flying from California 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 10 airlines flying from California to South America

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from California 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 January 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$226Average$916FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
VolarisCheapest$242Average$469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$286Average$560FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
AviancaCheapest$314Average$644FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$332Average$932FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$339Average$551FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$350Average$767FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$364Average$940FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$389Average$904FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
AeromexicoCheapest$484Average$1,032FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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