South America

$180+ Cheap flights from Oakland, CA (OAK) to South America

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OAK — BOG
Apr 8 — Apr 151
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Cheap flight deals from Oakland to South America

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

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$405
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$180
(CheapOair)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$698
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From Oakland to South America
One-way flight from Oakland to South America
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($106 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($36 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025

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Cheapest flights from Oakland to South America
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Oakland to South America. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 3, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/165:45 amOAK - BOG
2 stops29h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/17:26 amBOG - OAK
1 stop14h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/2$405
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/256:29 pmOAK - BOG
2 stops16h 35mSpirit Airlines
Thu 5/11:59 pmBOG - OAK
2 stops18h 50mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/1$431
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/165:45 amOAK - MDE
2 stops29h 30mSpirit Airlines
Fri 5/232:13 pmMDE - OAK
2 stops22h 43mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/1$477
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/286:00 amOAK - BOG
2 stops29h 40mDelta
Tue 5/69:00 amBOG - OAK
2 stops16h 43mDelta
Deal found 4/2$673
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/177:46 amOAK - MDE
3 stops37h 02mMultiple Airlines
Mon 4/212:14 pmMDE - OAK
3 stops23h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/1$680
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/175:26 pmOAK - LIM
2 stops33h 40mVolaris
Sat 5/246:14 amLIM - OAK
1 stop16h 10mVolaris
Deal found 4/1$696
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/175:26 pmOAK - LIM
2 stops33h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/247:00 amLIM - OAK
3 stops29h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/1$731
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/124:55 pmOAK - LIM
2 stops26h 15mDelta
Mon 5/1912:15 amLIM - OAK
2 stops25h 34mDelta
Deal found 4/2$749
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/211:51 amOAK - GRU
3 stops47h 29mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/94:50 pmGRU - OAK
3 stops31h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/2$813
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/245:55 amOAK - UIO
2 stops35h 10mDelta
Tue 7/299:11 amUIO - OAK
2 stops33h 19mDelta
Deal found 4/2$1,015
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Sat 8/1612:05 amOAK - GIG
3 stops50h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/246:05 amGIG - OAK
3 stops44h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/2$1,026
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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 11/181:15 pmOAK - GRU
2 stops25h 45mDelta
Tue 12/210:50 pmGRU - OAK
2 stops30h 03mDelta
Deal found 4/3$1,193

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

Fly from

Oakland

Fly to

South America

Route

Depart

Return

Price

OaklandBogotá

OAK - BOG

OAKBOG

Oakland

Fri 5/16

5:45 am-1:05 pm

2 stops29h 20m

Bogotá El Dorado

Sun 6/1

7:26 am-8:24 pm

1 stop14h 58m

$405

OaklandBogotá

OAK - BOG

OAKBOG

Oakland

Fri 4/25

6:29 pm-1:04 pm

2 stops16h 35m

Bogotá El Dorado

Thu 5/1

1:59 pm-6:49 am

2 stops18h 50m

$431

OaklandMedellín

OAK - MDE

OAKMDE

Oakland

Fri 5/16

5:45 am-1:15 pm

2 stops29h 30m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Fri 5/23

2:13 pm-10:56 am

2 stops22h 43m

$477

OaklandBogotá

OAK - BOG

OAKBOG

Oakland

Mon 4/28

6:00 am-1:40 pm

2 stops29h 40m

Bogotá El Dorado

Tue 5/6

9:00 am-11:43 pm

2 stops16h 43m

$673

OaklandMedellín

OAK - MDE

OAKMDE

Oakland

Thu 4/17

7:46 am-10:48 pm

3 stops37h 02m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Mon 4/21

2:14 pm-11:53 am

3 stops23h 39m

$680

OaklandLima

OAK - LIM

OAKLIM

Oakland

Sat 5/17

5:26 pm-5:06 am

2 stops33h 40m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Sat 5/24

6:14 am-8:24 pm

1 stop16h 10m

$696

OaklandLima

OAK - LIM

OAKLIM

Oakland

Sat 5/17

5:26 pm-5:06 am

2 stops33h 40m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Sat 5/24

7:00 am-10:56 am

3 stops29h 56m

$731

OaklandLima

OAK - LIM

OAKLIM

Oakland

Mon 5/12

4:55 pm-9:10 pm

2 stops26h 15m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Mon 5/19

12:15 am-11:49 pm

2 stops25h 34m

$749

OaklandSao Paulo

OAK - GRU

OAKGRU

Oakland

Mon 6/2

11:51 am-3:20 pm

3 stops47h 29m

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Mon 6/9

4:50 pm-8:14 pm

3 stops31h 24m

$813

OaklandQuito

OAK - UIO

OAKUIO

Oakland

Thu 7/24

5:55 am-7:05 pm

2 stops35h 10m

Quito Mariscal Sucr

Tue 7/29

9:11 am-4:30 pm

2 stops33h 19m

$1,015

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Oakland to South America

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Oakland 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 April 3, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Oakland, California to South America as you normally would.

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 April 3, 2025.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

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

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

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

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

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

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

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

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

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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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Oakland to South America?

    Oakland (OAK), located 7.0 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Oakland to South America.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Oakland, California to South America are Spirit Airlines ($180), Viva ($194), and Volaris ($296).

  • What are the most popular routes from Oakland, California to South America?

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Oakland, California to South America (average of $359). Flying from Oakland, 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 2 airlines flying from Oakland to South America

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$493Average$507FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$634Average$1,043FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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