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$168+ Cheap flights from California to South America

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LAX — BOG
Mar 8 — Mar 151
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Cheap flight deals from California to South America

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to South America flight deals. Data was last updated March 3, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$377
(Viva)

One-way from

$168
(Flightnetwork)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$692

Good round-trip deal

$645 or less

Good one-way deal

$306 or less
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From California to South America
One-way flight from California to South America
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($112 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($38 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from California to South America.
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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 March 3, 2025.

This Viva deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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 3/154:30 pmLAX - BOG
1 stop30h 15mViva
Wed 5/712:55 amBOG - LAX
1 stop23h 50mViva
Deal found 3/3$377
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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.
Wed 3/264:29 pmLAX - BOG
1 stop18h 35mSpirit Airlines
Thu 4/31:59 pmBOG - LAX
1 stop21h 59mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/2$380
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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.
Sat 3/294:30 pmLAX - BOG
1 stop30h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sat 4/51:59 pmBOG - LAX
1 stop21h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/3$402
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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.
Thu 5/16:38 pmLAX - MDE
2 stops16h 37mSpirit Airlines
Thu 5/82:14 pmMDE - LAX
2 stops12h 11mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/2$415
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Tue 4/291:50 pmLAX - MDE
1 stop10h 15mAvianca
Mon 5/53:15 amMDE - LAX
1 stop11h 15mAvianca
Deal found 3/3$432
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Fri 5/91:20 pmLAX - BOG
2 stops10h 35mAvianca
Fri 5/162:20 pmBOG - LAX
1 stop10h 50mAvianca
Deal found 3/3$432
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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 3/41:21 amLAX - BOG
1 stop18h 42mCopa Airlines
Tue 5/66:17 pmBOG - LAX
1 stop20h 36mCopa Airlines
Deal found 3/3$441
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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 5/16:45 pmLAX - BOG
1 stop22h 35mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/118:30 amBOG - LAX
1 stop17h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/2$444
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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 6/201:10 pmLAX - MDE
1 stop13h 32mUnited Airlines
Thu 7/1012:15 amMDE - LAX
1 stop23h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/2$448
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/1. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/2611:59 pmSFO - BOG
1 stop17h 21mUnited Airlines
Thu 5/18:30 amBOG - SFO
1 stop11h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/1$448
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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.
Tue 4/811:30 amLAX - BOG
1 stop22h 30mDelta
Wed 4/232:55 pmBOG - LAX
1 stop20h 28mDelta
Deal found 3/3$448
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Fri 5/162:20 pmSFO - BOG
1 stop9h 35mAvianca
Fri 5/233:59 amBOG - SFO
1 stop10h 36mAvianca
Deal found 3/1$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 March 3, 2025.

Fly from

California

Fly to

South America

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesBogotá

LAX - BOG

LAXBOG

Los Angeles

Sat 3/15

4:30 pm-12:45 am

1 stop30h 15m

Bogotá El Dorado

Wed 5/7

12:55 am-10:45 pm

1 stop23h 50m

$377

Los AngelesBogotá

LAX - BOG

LAXBOG

Los Angeles

Wed 3/26

4:29 pm-1:04 pm

1 stop18h 35m

Bogotá El Dorado

Thu 4/3

1:59 pm-9:58 am

1 stop21h 59m

$380

Los AngelesBogotá

LAX - BOG

LAXBOG

Los Angeles

Sat 3/29

4:30 pm-12:45 am

1 stop30h 15m

Bogotá El Dorado

Sat 4/5

1:59 pm-9:58 am

1 stop21h 59m

$402

Los AngelesMedellín

LAX - MDE

LAXMDE

Los Angeles

Thu 5/1

6:38 pm-1:15 pm

2 stops16h 37m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Thu 5/8

2:14 pm-12:25 am

2 stops12h 11m

$415

Los AngelesMedellín

LAX - MDE

LAXMDE

Los Angeles

Tue 4/29

1:50 pm-2:05 am

1 stop10h 15m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Mon 5/5

3:15 am-12:30 pm

1 stop11h 15m

$432

Los AngelesBogotá

LAX - BOG

LAXBOG

Los Angeles

Fri 5/9

1:20 pm-1:55 am

2 stops10h 35m

Bogotá El Dorado

Fri 5/16

2:20 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop10h 50m

$432

Los AngelesBogotá

LAX - BOG

LAXBOG

Los Angeles

Wed 3/26

10:08 pm-10:10 am

1 stop10h 02m

Bogotá El Dorado

Wed 4/9

4:54 am-11:30 pm

1 stop20h 36m

$441

Los AngelesBogotá

LAX - BOG

LAXBOG

Los Angeles

Thu 5/1

6:45 pm-7:20 pm

1 stop22h 35m

Bogotá El Dorado

Sat 5/10

12:14 am-6:55 am

1 stop32h 41m

$444

Los AngelesBogotá

LAX - BOG

LAXBOG

Los Angeles

Tue 4/8

11:30 am-12:00 pm

1 stop22h 30m

Bogotá El Dorado

Wed 4/23

2:55 pm-9:23 am

1 stop20h 28m

$448

San FranciscoBogotá

SFO - BOG

SFOBOG

San Francisco

Sat 4/26

11:59 pm-7:20 pm

1 stop17h 21m

Bogotá El Dorado

Thu 5/1

8:30 am-6:28 pm

1 stop11h 58m

$448

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Travel insights for flights from California to South America

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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 March 3, 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 March 3, 2025.
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

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

  • 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 $168. 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?

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  • 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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
VolarisCheapest$242Average$469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$281Average$579FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$282Average$883FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
AviancaCheapest$316Average$647FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
JetBlueCheapest$339Average$585FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$350Average$768FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
VivaCheapest$361Average$430FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$366Average$939FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$386Average$943FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$389Average$903FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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