$183+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to South America
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 5/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Francisco 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 | $445 (Avianca) |
One-way from | $183 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | October |
Average price | $698 |
Find flight deals from San Francisco to South America
Cheapest flights from San Francisco to South AmericaExplore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to South America. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 3, 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to South America. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 3, 2025.
This Avianca 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Booking.com 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Copa Airlines 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Avianca 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This United 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 United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This KAYAK 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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.
This Gotogate 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This United 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 United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 April 3, 2025.
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Depart
Return
Price
San FranciscoBogotá
SFO - BOG
SFOBOG
San Francisco
Tue 4/29
2:20 pm-1:55 am
1 stop9h 35m
Bogotá El Dorado
Tue 4/29
3:59 am-12:35 pm
1 stop10h 36m
San FranciscoBogotá
SFO - BOG
SFOBOG
San Francisco
Sun 4/6
1:40 am-1:29 pm
1 stop9h 49m
Bogotá El Dorado
Mon 4/21
6:17 pm-6:30 pm
1 stop26h 13m
San FranciscoMedellín
SFO - MDE
SFOMDE
San Francisco
Sat 9/20
2:20 pm-2:05 am
1 stop9h 45m
Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl
Thu 10/2
3:15 am-12:35 pm
1 stop11h 20m
San FranciscoMedellín
SFO - MDE
SFOMDE
San Francisco
Fri 5/9
1:37 am-5:01 pm
1 stop13h 24m
Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl
Sun 5/18
11:29 am-11:40 pm
1 stop14h 11m
San FranciscoCartagena
SFO - CTG
SFOCTG
San Francisco
Thu 5/1
12:05 am-4:33 pm
2 stops14h 28m
Cartagena Rafael Nunez
Tue 5/6
10:45 am-11:55 pm
3 stops15h 10m
San FranciscoMedellín
SFO - MDE
SFOMDE
San Francisco
Tue 5/27
7:30 am-9:10 pm
1 stop11h 40m
Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl
Tue 6/24
9:45 am-11:59 pm
1 stop16h 14m
San FranciscoBogotá
SFO - BOG
SFOBOG
San Francisco
Wed 6/4
11:59 pm-7:20 pm
1 stop17h 21m
Bogotá El Dorado
Thu 6/12
12:14 am-7:18 pm
1 stop21h 04m
San FranciscoMedellín
SFO - MDE
SFOMDE
San Francisco
Sun 4/13
11:59 pm-8:15 pm
2 stops18h 16m
Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl
Fri 4/18
6:00 am-9:05 pm
2 stops17h 05m
San FranciscoBogotá
SFO - BOG
SFOBOG
San Francisco
Mon 5/5
7:10 am-7:15 pm
1 stop10h 05m
Bogotá El Dorado
Sat 5/10
2:55 pm-10:27 am
2 stops21h 32m
San FranciscoLima
SFO - LIM
SFOLIM
San Francisco
Fri 5/2
1:37 am-1:25 am
1 stop21h 48m
Lima J Chavez Intl
Thu 5/29
2:35 am-11:40 pm
1 stop23h 05m
Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to South America
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Cheapflights Insights
Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to South America
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to South America?
Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to South America (average of $359). Flying from San Francisco 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 SFO to SA?
Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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.
When flying from San Francisco 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 April 3, 2025.
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Mike,Feb 2025
NVT - LIS
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Mike,Feb 2025
NVT - LIS
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Mike,Feb 2025
NVT - LIS
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Mike,Feb 2025
NVT - LIS
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Mike,Feb 2025
NVT - LIS
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Mike,Feb 2025
NVT - LIS
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Top 10 airlines flying from San Francisco to South America
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$242 | Average$466 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time79% | |
| Cheapest$324 | Average$843 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$343 | Average$850 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$375 | Average$782 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$387 | Average$904 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$389 | Average$640 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$389 | Average$926 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$389 | Average$903 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time81% | |
| Cheapest$579 | Average$889 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time67% | |
| Cheapest$615 | Average$1,107 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A |