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

United Airlines, Copa Airlines, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from San Francisco to South America

What airlines fly to South America?

Copa Airlines, Avianca and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to South America from San Francisco 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 10 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 San Francisco Airport to South America?

Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to South America are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Francisco Airport to South America?

There are 11 operators available for flights from San Francisco Airport to South America as of October 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco Airport to South America?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from San Francisco Airport 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.

$265 Cheap Flights from San Francisco to South America in 2026/27

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1:15 pm - 2:00 amSFO San Francisco-BOG Bogotá El Dorado

9h 45m1 stop San Salvador El Salvador Intl

4:35 am - 11:55 amBOG Bogotá El Dorado-SFO San Francisco

10h 20m1 stop San Salvador El Salvador Intl

$561Avianca

Wed, Nov 11 - Sun, Feb 7

1:15 pm - 2:00 amSFO San Francisco-BOG Bogotá El Dorado

9h 45m1 stop San Salvador El Salvador Intl

4:35 am - 11:55 amBOG Bogotá El Dorado-SFO San Francisco

10h 20m1 stop San Salvador El Salvador Intl

$561Avianca

Sun, Jan 17 - Thu, Jan 21

7:36 pm - 10:10 amSFO San Francisco-BOG Bogotá El Dorado

11h 34m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl

8:40 am - 5:25 pmBOG Bogotá El Dorado-SFO San Francisco

11h 45m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl

$580Copa Airlines

Thu, Jan 21 - Wed, Feb 3

12:42 am - 5:26 pmSFO San Francisco-BOG Bogotá El Dorado

13h 44m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl

8:40 am - 11:17 pmBOG Bogotá El Dorado-SFO San Francisco

17h 37m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl

$580Copa Airlines

Sun, Feb 7 - Wed, Feb 17

7:50 am - 11:23 pmSFO San Francisco-BOG Bogotá El Dorado

12h 33m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

8:00 am - 9:30 pmBOG Bogotá El Dorado-SFO San Francisco

16h 30m2 stops Miami Dallas/Fort Worth

$585American Airlines

Fri, Jan 22 - Tue, Jan 26

6:35 am - 10:10 pmSFO San Francisco-BOG Bogotá El Dorado

12h 35m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Miami

11:55 pm - 11:17 amBOG Bogotá El Dorado-SFO San Francisco

14h 22m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Los Angeles

$590American Airlines

Tue, Feb 9 - Tue, Feb 16

5:00 am - 10:35 pmSFO San Francisco-BOG Bogotá El Dorado

14h 35m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

8:15 am - 5:07 pmBOG Bogotá El Dorado-SFO San Francisco

11h 52m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$592United Airlines

Fri, Nov 27 - Fri, Dec 11

11:59 pm - 10:35 pmSFO San Francisco-BOG Bogotá El Dorado

19h 36m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

8:15 am - 8:10 pmBOG Bogotá El Dorado-SFO San Francisco

14h 55m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$592United Airlines

Fri, Nov 27 - Fri, Dec 11

11:59 pm - 2:25 pmSFO San Francisco-BOG Bogotá El Dorado

11h 26m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

9:00 am - 6:57 pmBOG Bogotá El Dorado-SFO San Francisco

12h 57m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$603Delta

Mon, Nov 9 - Thu, Nov 12

9:30 pm - 8:10 pmSFO San Francisco-BOG Bogotá El Dorado

19h 40m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Miami

3:55 pm - 10:32 amBOG Bogotá El Dorado-SFO San Francisco

21h 37m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$619Delta

Fri, Jan 22 - Wed, Jan 27

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2:30 am - 6:45 pmSFO San Francisco-BOG Bogotá El Dorado

14h 15m1 stop San Salvador El Salvador Intl

1:40 pm - 9:40 pmBOG Bogotá El Dorado-SFO San Francisco

11h 00m1 stop San Salvador El Salvador Intl

$561Avianca

Sat, Oct 24 - Fri, Nov 6

2:30 am - 6:45 pmSFO San Francisco-BOG Bogotá El Dorado

14h 15m1 stop San Salvador El Salvador Intl

1:40 pm - 9:40 pmBOG Bogotá El Dorado-SFO San Francisco

11h 00m1 stop San Salvador El Salvador Intl

$569Avianca

Sat, Oct 24 - Fri, Nov 6

9:00 am - 11:30 pmSFO San Francisco-BOG Bogotá El Dorado

12h 30m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

11:55 pm - 1:07 pmBOG Bogotá El Dorado-SFO San Francisco

16h 12m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$595American Airlines

Tue, Oct 27 - Mon, Nov 2

5:30 am - 11:30 pmSFO San Francisco-BOG Bogotá El Dorado

16h 00m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

7:50 am - 10:47 pmBOG Bogotá El Dorado-SFO San Francisco

17h 57m1 stop Miami

$597American Airlines

Sun, Oct 25 - Sun, Nov 1

8:48 am - 10:35 pmSFO San Francisco-BOG Bogotá El Dorado

11h 47m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

1:30 am - 10:46 amBOG Bogotá El Dorado-SFO San Francisco

12h 16m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$601United Airlines

Wed, Oct 28 - Sat, Nov 7

1:12 am - 1:29 pmSFO San Francisco-BOG Bogotá El Dorado

10h 17m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl

8:40 am - 11:40 pmBOG Bogotá El Dorado-SFO San Francisco

17h 00m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl

$603Copa Airlines

Thu, Oct 22 - Fri, Oct 30

1:31 am - 1:29 pmSFO San Francisco-BOG Bogotá El Dorado

9h 58m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl

6:08 pm - 11:12 pmBOG Bogotá El Dorado-SFO San Francisco

32h 04m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl

$618Copa Airlines

Sun, Oct 25 - Sun, Nov 8

4:49 pm - 2:25 pmSFO San Francisco-BOG Bogotá El Dorado

19h 36m2 stops Los Angeles Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

9:00 am - 10:15 pmBOG Bogotá El Dorado-SFO San Francisco

15h 15m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Los Angeles

$635LATAM Airlines

Mon, Oct 26 - Fri, Oct 30

6:38 pm - 7:30 pmSFO San Francisco-BOG Bogotá El Dorado

22h 52m2 stops Los Angeles Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

10:45 am - 11:56 pmBOG Bogotá El Dorado-SFO San Francisco

16h 11m2 stops Miami Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$635LATAM Airlines

Tue, Oct 27 - Mon, Nov 2

4:40 pm - 5:10 amSFO San Francisco-BOG Bogotá El Dorado

10h 30m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

1:30 am - 10:46 amBOG Bogotá El Dorado-SFO San Francisco

12h 16m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$670United Airlines

Wed, Oct 28 - Thu, Nov 12

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GOL flights from San Francisco to South America

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GOL

Jan 20

SFO10:07 pmSan Francisco

13h 08m

1 stop

BOG2:15 pmBogotá El Dorado

Feb 20

BOG8:00 amBogotá El Dorado

17h 39m

2 stops

SFO10:39 pmSan Francisco

$623

GOL

Nov 23

SFO5:04 pmSan Francisco

27h 23m

1 stop

BOG11:27 pmBogotá El Dorado

Dec 8

BOG11:55 pmBogotá El Dorado

18h 20m

1 stop

SFO3:15 pmSan Francisco

$626

GOL

Oct 25

SFO9:46 pmSan Francisco

21h 18m

1 stop

UIO9:04 pmQuito Mariscal Sucr

Nov 4

UIO6:45 amQuito Mariscal Sucr

15h 32m

1 stop

SFO7:17 pmSan Francisco

$668

Copa Airlines flights from San Francisco to South America

Our best Copa Airlines deals on San Francisco to South America flight tickets

Copa Airlines

Nov 11

SFO12:33 amSan Francisco

20h 32m

1 stop

BOG12:05 amBogotá El Dorado

Nov 25

BOG7:00 amBogotá El Dorado

19h 12m

1 stop

SFO11:12 pmSan Francisco

$580

Copa Airlines

Jan 31

SFO12:42 amSan Francisco

13h 44m

1 stop

BOG5:26 pmBogotá El Dorado

Feb 15

BOG4:40 pmBogotá El Dorado

27h 45m

1 stop

SFO5:25 pmSan Francisco

$584

Copa Airlines

Feb 9

SFO7:36 pmSan Francisco

14h 53m

1 stop

BOG1:29 pmBogotá El Dorado

Feb 15

BOG4:45 amBogotá El Dorado

15h 40m

1 stop

SFO5:25 pmSan Francisco

$588

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Wed 11/11

1:15 pm-2:00 am

1 stop9h 45m

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4:35 am-11:55 am

1 stop10h 20m

$561

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Sun 1/17

1:15 pm-2:00 am

1 stop9h 45m

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Thu 1/21

4:35 am-11:55 am

1 stop10h 20m

$561

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1 stop11h 34m

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8:40 am-5:25 pm

1 stop11h 45m

$580

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12:42 am-5:26 pm

1 stop13h 44m

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Wed 2/17

8:40 am-11:17 pm

1 stop17h 37m

$580

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SFO San Francisco - BOG Bogotá El Dorado

SFOBOG

San Francisco

Fri 1/22

7:50 am-11:23 pm

1 stop12h 33m

Bogotá El Dorado

Tue 1/26

8:00 am-9:30 pm

2 stops16h 30m

$585

San FranciscoBogotá

SFO San Francisco - BOG Bogotá El Dorado

SFOBOG

San Francisco

Tue 2/9

6:35 am-10:10 pm

2 stops12h 35m

Bogotá El Dorado

Tue 2/16

11:55 pm-11:17 am

2 stops14h 22m

$590

San FranciscoBogotá

SFO San Francisco - BOG Bogotá El Dorado

SFOBOG

San Francisco

Fri 11/27

5:00 am-10:35 pm

1 stop14h 35m

Bogotá El Dorado

Fri 12/11

8:15 am-5:07 pm

1 stop11h 52m

$592

San FranciscoBogotá

SFO San Francisco - BOG Bogotá El Dorado

SFOBOG

San Francisco

Fri 11/27

11:59 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop19h 36m

Bogotá El Dorado

Fri 12/11

8:15 am-8:10 pm

1 stop14h 55m

$592

San FranciscoBogotá

SFO San Francisco - BOG Bogotá El Dorado

SFOBOG

San Francisco

Mon 11/9

11:59 pm-2:25 pm

1 stop11h 26m

Bogotá El Dorado

Thu 11/12

9:00 am-6:57 pm

1 stop12h 57m

$603

San FranciscoBogotá

SFO San Francisco - BOG Bogotá El Dorado

SFOBOG

San Francisco

Fri 1/22

9:30 pm-8:10 pm

2 stops19h 40m

Bogotá El Dorado

Wed 1/27

3:55 pm-10:32 am

1 stop21h 37m

$619

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from San Francisco to South America

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South America?

In general, May is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to South America. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $672. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of May, then book flights to South America from San Francisco during January instead. Flights to South America in January, while not as cheap as those in May, still average around $737.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to South America from San Francisco when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to South America for around $725 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to South America from San Francisco for as low as $708 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on San Francisco to South America flights?

You could potentially save up to 13% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Francisco to South America flight.

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Best Price Found	$265
Fastest flight time	9h 30m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to South America from San Francisco in the past 72 hours is $265. The best round-trip flight deal from San Francisco to South America found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $561.

The fastest flight from San Francisco to South America takes 9h 30m

There are no direct flights from San Francisco to South America. There are no popular flight routes from San Francisco to South America.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from San Francisco to South America

When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to South America?
Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to South America are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Francisco Airport to South America?
There are 11 operators available for flights from San Francisco Airport to South America as of October 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco Airport to South America?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from San Francisco Airport 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 San Francisco to South America

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
United Airlines	PriceFrom $214	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 10,419 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $283	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,668 reviews	Search Delta flights
Avianca	PriceFrom $284	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.5 2,553 reviews	Search Avianca flights
LATAM Airlines	PriceFrom $288	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,971 reviews	Search LATAM Airlines flights
Copa Airlines	PriceFrom $305	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,559 reviews	Search Copa Airlines flights
JetBlue	PriceFrom $373	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 3,063 reviews	Search JetBlue flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $448	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 12,189 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $482	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,796 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
GOL	PriceFrom $499	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,326 reviews	Search GOL flights
Aeromexico	PriceFrom $783	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,436 reviews	Search Aeromexico flights

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