What airlines fly to South America?

Copa Airlines, LATAM Airlines and Avianca are the top three most popular airlines that fly to South America from California according to our data. Copa Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 34% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to South America. Keep in mind that there are 14 different airlines that fly to South America on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to South America?

Spirit Airlines, Copa Airlines, and Avianca are the most popular carriers operating from California to South America

How many flights depart from California to South America on average per week?

As of August 2025, there are 105 flights per week flying from California to South America. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 17% of flights taking off on this day.

How many flights depart from California to South America on average per day?

The number of flights available between California and South America is 15 per day as of August 2025. The most frequent departure time is 9:00PM, with 34% of daily flights leaving in the afternoon.

How long is the flight from California to South America?

Average flight duration from California to South America depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from San Francisco to Copenhagen is 10h 20m on average, while flying from Los Angeles to Copenhagen is 10h 40m on average. Copenhagen is the most popular airport in South America.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to South America?

Prices for flights from California to South America are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to South America?

As of August 2025, there are 12 operators available to choose from for flights from California to South America.

How old do you have to be to fly from California to South America?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from California to South America.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South America?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to South America can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at South America. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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8:30 am - 11:54 pmLAX-MDE

13h 24m2 stops

1:24 am - 11:40 pmMDE-LAX

24h 16m2 stops

$326Spirit Airlines

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Wed, Sep 3 - Tue, Sep 9

11:38 pm - 11:54 pmLAX-MDE

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8:30 am - 11:54 pmLAX-MDE

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1:46 am - 12:10 amLAX-GRU

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22h 23m1 stop

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17h 15m2 stops

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11:20 pm - 7:15 amLAX-GRU

27h 55m1 stop

9:30 pm - 10:37 amGRU-LAX

18h 07m1 stop

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American Airlines flights from California to South America

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American Airlines

Aug 14

LAX11:59 amLos Angeles

15h 16m

1 stop

GRU7:15 amSao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Aug 28

GRU9:25 pmSao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

16h 57m

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LAX10:22 amLos Angeles

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Aug 12

LAX10:10 amLos Angeles

15h 05m

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GRU5:15 amSao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Aug 19

GRU9:25 pmSao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

15h 56m

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Sep 4

LAX7:45 amLos Angeles

19h 30m

1 stop

GRU7:15 amSao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Sep 15

GRU9:25 pmSao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

17h 36m

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LAX11:01 amLos Angeles

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Avianca

Aug 8

SFO2:20 pmSan Francisco

14h 40m

2 stops

UIO7:00 amQuito Mariscal Sucr

Aug 11

UIO8:38 pmQuito Mariscal Sucr

17h 57m

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Aug 8

SFO2:20 pmSan Francisco

14h 40m

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UIO7:00 amQuito Mariscal Sucr

Aug 10

UIO3:15 amQuito Mariscal Sucr

18h 09m

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Aug 7

LAX2:50 pmLos Angeles

14h 23m

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MDE7:13 amMedellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Aug 28

MDE1:25 pmMedellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

11h 45m

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LAX11:10 pmLos Angeles

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2 stops24h 16m

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Los Angeles

Sat 8/30

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2 stops22h 16m

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2 stops24h 16m

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11:10 pm-11:17 pm

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1 stop21h 37m

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Sun 8/31

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1 stop15h 52m

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1 stop22h 23m

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LAXGRU

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9:25 pm-11:01 am

1 stop17h 36m

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LAX - GRU

LAXGRU

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2 stops17h 20m

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9:25 pm-10:40 am

2 stops17h 15m

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LAX - GRU

LAXGRU

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11:20 pm-7:15 am

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9:30 pm-10:37 am

1 stop18h 07m

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South America?

In general, February is the cheapest month to fly from California to South America. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $684. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of February, then book flights to South America from California during January instead. Flights to South America in January, while not as cheap as those in February, still average around $709.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to South America?

The cheapest day to depart from California to South America is on a Monday when prices can be found for as low as $872. When flying out on a Saturday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from California to South America for around $977.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to South America?

Our data shows that the cheapest California to South America flights are usually those with departure times at noon. Our users have found flights to South America at noon for as low as $691. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the evening when prices are $957 on average. Flights to South America from California in the evening are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

What is the cheapest California to South America flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to South America?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to South America from California when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to South America for around $799 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to South America from California for as low as $716 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on California to South America flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on California to South America flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on California to South America flights?

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Best Price Found	$129
Fastest flight time	8h 46m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in South America	5 airports

The best one-way flight to South America from California in the past 72 hours is $129. The best round-trip flight deal from California to South America found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $326.

The fastest flight from California to South America takes 8h 46m

Direct flights go from California to South America every day.

There are 5 airports near South America: Lima J Chavez Intl (LIM), Quito Mariscal Sucr (UIO), Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl (GRU), Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez (SCL), Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl (MDE)

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to South America?
Prices for flights from California to South America are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to South America?
As of August 2025, there are 12 operators available to choose from for flights from California to South America.
How old do you have to be to fly from California to South America?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from California to South America.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South America?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to South America can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at South America. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular plane model from California to South America?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from California to South America is Boeing 767-300, representing 36.45% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner at 35.92%, Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner at 23.19%, and Airbus A330 at 2.59%.

Best airlines flying from California to South America

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Volaris	PriceFrom $242	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.6 1,163 reviews	Search Volaris flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $283	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,917 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Avianca	PriceFrom $293	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 2,394 reviews	Search Avianca flights
Spirit Airlines	PriceFrom $326	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 8,055 reviews	Search Spirit Airlines flights
Copa Airlines	PriceFrom $337	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,500 reviews	Search Copa Airlines flights
Viva	PriceFrom $361	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 790 reviews	Search Viva flights
Delta	PriceFrom $389	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 7,985 reviews	Search Delta flights
LATAM Airlines	PriceFrom $389	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,833 reviews	Search LATAM Airlines flights
JetBlue	PriceFrom $419	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 2,915 reviews	Search JetBlue flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $419	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews	Search American Airlines flights

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It is quick and easy to find California to South America flights on momondo. We search and return numerous flight options from various airlines and agents. You can then use our filters to narrow your search until you have found the most convenient flight to South America that suits you.

Can I find flights from California to South America with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. momondo allows you to filter the results for California to South America flights to just show those with flexible booking policies.

How can momondo help me find flights from California to South America?

Once all potential California to South America flight options are in front of you, momondo lets you sort and filter flights based on preferences such as airline, price and flight times amongst many other options.

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Cheap flights from California to South America from $129

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South America?

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to South America?

The cheapest day to depart from California to South America is on a Monday when prices can be found for as low as $872. When flying out on a Saturday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from California to South America for around $977.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to South America?

What is the cheapest California to South America flight route?

Fly from Los Angeles to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl for the best California - South America flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to South America?

What cabin class options are available on California to South America flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on California to South America flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on California to South America flights?

You could potentially save up to 58% on your flight if you consider stops on a California to South America flight.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to South America?

Spirit Airlines, Copa Airlines, and Avianca are the most popular carriers operating from California to South America

What airlines fly to South America?

How many flights depart from California to South America on average per day?

The number of flights available between California and South America is 15 per day as of August 2025. The most frequent departure time is 9:00PM, with 34% of daily flights leaving in the afternoon.

How many flights depart from California to South America on average per week?

As of August 2025, there are 105 flights per week flying from California to South America. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 17% of flights taking off on this day.

How long is the flight from California to South America?

Average flight duration from California to South America depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from San Francisco to Copenhagen is 10h 20m on average, while flying from Los Angeles to Copenhagen is 10h 40m on average. Copenhagen is the most popular airport in South America.

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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from California to South America?

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I’m not ready to book a flight from California to South America right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

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