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

The number of flights available between Houston and South America is 14 per day as of May 2026. The most frequent departure time is 2:00PM, with 53% of daily flights leaving in the evening.

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

As of May 2026, there are 98 flights per week flying from Houston to South America. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 14% of flights taking off on this day.

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

JetBlue, Viva, and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Houston to South America

What airlines fly to South America?

Spirit Airlines, United Airlines and Avianca are the top three most popular airlines that fly to South America from Houston according to our data. Spirit Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 43% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to South America. Keep in mind that there are 11 different airlines that fly to South America on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

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

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

As of May 2026, there are 10 operators available to choose from for flights from Houston to South America.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Houston to South America.

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

The necessary travel and health documents for your South America trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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7:24 am - 2:30 pm

IAH

MDE

7h 06m

1 stop

1:30 pm - 11:02 pm

MDE

IAH

9h 32m

1 stop

$344JetBlue

Sun, Sep 13 - Wed, Sep 16

7:24 am - 2:30 pm

IAH

MDE

7h 06m

1 stop

1:30 pm - 11:02 pm

MDE

IAH

9h 32m

1 stop

$349JetBlue

Mon, Sep 14 - Wed, Sep 23

6:53 pm - 2:17 pm

IAH

CTG

19h 24m

2 stops

1:35 pm - 8:32 am

CTG

IAH

18h 57m

2 stops

$474American Airlines

Fri, Jul 10 - Thu, Jul 16

6:49 pm - 2:17 pm

HOU

CTG

19h 28m

2 stops

3:17 pm - 9:48 am

CTG

HOU

18h 31m

2 stops

$474American Airlines

Fri, Jul 10 - Thu, Jul 16

6:00 am - 9:35 pm

HOU

LIM

14h 35m

2 stops

8:50 am - 9:26 am

LIM

HOU

25h 36m

2 stops

$910Delta

Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 10

5:26 pm - 9:40 pm

HOU

LIM

28h 14m

2 stops

12:15 am - 9:43 pm

LIM

HOU

21h 28m

2 stops

$915LATAM Airlines

Sun, Oct 4 - Tue, Oct 13

5:26 pm - 8:20 pm

HOU

LIM

26h 54m

2 stops

12:05 am - 4:30 pm

LIM

HOU

16h 25m

1 stop

$916Delta

Sun, Oct 4 - Tue, Oct 13

9:30 am - 12:40 pm

IAH

GIG

25h 10m

2 stops

1:20 pm - 10:50 am

GIG

IAH

23h 30m

2 stops

$985Azul

Mon, Aug 17 - Mon, Aug 24

4:50 pm - 2:00 pm

IAH

GIG

19h 10m

2 stops

1:20 pm - 10:45 am

GIG

IAH

23h 25m

2 stops

$1,019Azul

Tue, Jul 7 - Fri, Aug 7

1:13 pm - 5:40 am

HOU

GRU

14h 27m

1 stop

10:50 pm - 1:24 pm

GRU

HOU

16h 34m

1 stop

$1,226LATAM Airlines

Tue, Sep 1 - Tue, Sep 15

Viva flights from Houston to South America

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Viva

Aug 28

IAH11:10 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

25h 30m

1 stop

BOG12:40 amBogotá El Dorado

Oct 8

BOG1:45 amBogotá El Dorado

20h 14m

1 stop

IAH9:59 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

$369

Viva

Sep 25

IAH11:10 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

25h 35m

1 stop

BOG12:45 amBogotá El Dorado

Sep 27

BOG1:45 amBogotá El Dorado

20h 15m

1 stop

IAH10:00 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

$405

Viva

Aug 21

IAH10:20 amHouston George Bush Intcntl

13h 45m

1 stop

BOG12:05 amBogotá El Dorado

Aug 27

BOG1:45 amBogotá El Dorado

30h 50m

1 stop

IAH8:35 amHouston George Bush Intcntl

$406

American Airlines flights from Houston to South America

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American Airlines

Jul 10

IAH6:53 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

19h 24m

2 stops

CTG2:17 pmCartagena Rafael Nunez

Jul 16

CTG1:35 pmCartagena Rafael Nunez

18h 57m

2 stops

IAH8:32 amHouston George Bush Intcntl

$474

American Airlines

Jul 10

IAH6:12 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

20h 05m

1 stop

CTG2:17 pmCartagena Rafael Nunez

Jul 16

CTG3:17 pmCartagena Rafael Nunez

17h 33m

1 stop

IAH8:50 amHouston George Bush Intcntl

$480

American Airlines

Jul 10

IAH6:12 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

20h 05m

1 stop

CTG2:17 pmCartagena Rafael Nunez

Jul 16

CTG3:17 pmCartagena Rafael Nunez

18h 30m

2 stops

IAH9:47 amHouston George Bush Intcntl

$484

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Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 9/13

7:24 am-2:30 pm

1 stop7h 06m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Wed 9/16

1:30 pm-11:02 pm

1 stop9h 32m

$344

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IAH - MDE

IAHMDE

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 9/14

7:24 am-2:30 pm

1 stop7h 06m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Wed 9/23

1:30 pm-11:02 pm

1 stop9h 32m

$349

HoustonCartagena

IAH - CTG

IAHCTG

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 7/10

6:53 pm-2:17 pm

2 stops19h 24m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Thu 7/16

1:35 pm-8:32 am

2 stops18h 57m

$474

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HOU - CTG

HOUCTG

Houston Hobby

Fri 7/10

6:49 pm-2:17 pm

2 stops19h 28m

Cartagena Rafael Nunez

Thu 7/16

3:17 pm-9:48 am

2 stops18h 31m

$474

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HOU - LIM

HOULIM

Houston Hobby

Tue 11/3

6:00 am-9:35 pm

2 stops14h 35m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Tue 11/10

8:50 am-9:26 am

2 stops25h 36m

$910

HoustonLima

HOU - LIM

HOULIM

Houston Hobby

Sun 10/4

5:26 pm-9:40 pm

2 stops28h 14m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Tue 10/13

12:15 am-9:43 pm

2 stops21h 28m

$915

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HOU - LIM

HOULIM

Houston Hobby

Sun 10/4

5:26 pm-8:20 pm

2 stops26h 54m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Tue 10/13

12:05 am-4:30 pm

1 stop16h 25m

$916

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IAH - GIG

IAHGIG

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 8/17

9:30 am-12:40 pm

2 stops25h 10m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 8/24

1:20 pm-10:50 am

2 stops23h 30m

$985

HoustonRio de Janeiro

IAH - GIG

IAHGIG

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 7/7

4:50 pm-2:00 pm

2 stops19h 10m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 8/7

1:20 pm-10:45 am

2 stops23h 25m

$1,019

HoustonSao Paulo

HOU - GRU

HOUGRU

Houston Hobby

Tue 9/1

1:13 pm-5:40 am

1 stop14h 27m

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Tue 9/15

10:50 pm-1:24 pm

1 stop16h 34m

$1,226

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South America?

In general, March is the cheapest month to fly from Houston to South America. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $793. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of March, then book flights to South America from Houston during February instead. Flights to South America in February, while not as cheap as those in March, still average around $839.

What is the cheapest Houston to South America flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to South America from Houston when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to South America for around $796 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to South America from Houston for as low as $678 on momondo.

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

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Houston to South America flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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Fastest flight time	4h 35m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in South America	464 airports

The fastest flight from Houston to South America takes 4h 35m

Direct flights go from Houston to South America every day.

There are 464 airports in South America. From Houston there are direct flights to Bogotá El Dorado (BOG), Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl (MDE).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Houston to South America

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Houston to South America?
Prices for flights from Houston to South America are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Houston to South America?
As of May 2026, there are 10 operators available to choose from for flights from Houston to South America.
How old do you have to be to fly from Houston to South America?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Houston to South America.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South America?
The necessary travel and health documents for your South America trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Houston to South America

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
American Airlines	PriceFrom $127	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,645 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Viva	PriceFrom $129	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 807 reviews	Search Viva flights
Spirit Airlines	PriceFrom $207	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.2	Search Spirit Airlines flights
Avianca	PriceFrom $240	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.5 2,528 reviews	Search Avianca flights
Volaris	PriceFrom $328	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.5 1,159 reviews	Search Volaris flights
Delta	PriceFrom $433	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,421 reviews	Search Delta flights
LATAM Airlines	PriceFrom $442	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,920 reviews	Search LATAM Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $739	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,761 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
GOL	PriceFrom $787	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,224 reviews	Search GOL flights
Copa Airlines	PriceFrom $893	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,573 reviews	Search Copa Airlines flights

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