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

Delta, United Airlines, and Copa Airlines 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 33% 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 10 operators available for flights from San Francisco Airport to South America as of August 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.

$220 Cheap Flights from San Francisco to South America in 2026

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11:55 pm - 4:00 pmSFO San Francisco-BOG Bogotá El Dorado

14h 05m1 stop San Salvador El Salvador Intl

1:40 pm - 10:35 pmBOG Bogotá El Dorado-SFO San Francisco

10h 55m1 stop San Salvador El Salvador Intl

$557Avianca

Thu, Oct 15 - Sun, Oct 18

8:51 pm - 3:30 pmSFO San Francisco-MDE Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

15h 39m1 stop Fort Lauderdale

2:30 pm - 11:58 pmMDE Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl-SFO San Francisco

12h 28m1 stop Fort Lauderdale

$559JetBlue

Fri, Nov 13 - Sun, Nov 22

11:55 pm - 4:00 pmSFO San Francisco-BOG Bogotá El Dorado

14h 05m1 stop San Salvador El Salvador Intl

4:25 am - 12:50 pmBOG Bogotá El Dorado-SFO San Francisco

10h 25m1 stop San Salvador El Salvador Intl

$560Avianca

Tue, Sep 8 - Sat, Sep 12

8:21 pm - 12:22 amSFO San Francisco-BOG Bogotá El Dorado

26h 01m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl

7:00 am - 6:10 pmBOG Bogotá El Dorado-SFO San Francisco

13h 10m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl

$570Copa Airlines

Thu, Sep 10 - Wed, Sep 23

8:21 pm - 12:22 amSFO San Francisco-BOG Bogotá El Dorado

26h 01m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl

4:45 pm - 6:10 pmBOG Bogotá El Dorado-SFO San Francisco

27h 25m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl

$577Copa Airlines

Wed, Sep 30 - Wed, Oct 7

9:55 pm - 5:50 pmSFO San Francisco-BOG Bogotá El Dorado

17h 55m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Miami

11:00 am - 11:56 pmBOG Bogotá El Dorado-SFO San Francisco

14h 56m2 stops Miami Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$577LATAM Airlines

Tue, Sep 22 - Thu, Oct 15

10:25 pm - 5:55 pmSFO San Francisco-BOG Bogotá El Dorado

17h 30m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Miami

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

16h 11m2 stops Miami Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$577LATAM Airlines

Sun, Oct 25 - Fri, Nov 6

9:55 pm - 5:50 pmSFO San Francisco-BOG Bogotá El Dorado

17h 55m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Miami

10:35 am - 10:53 pmBOG Bogotá El Dorado-SFO San Francisco

14h 18m1 stop Orlando

$577Multiple Airlines

Tue, Sep 22 - Thu, Oct 15

4:40 pm - 4:54 amSFO San Francisco-BOG Bogotá El Dorado

10h 14m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

8:30 am - 8:10 pmBOG Bogotá El Dorado-SFO San Francisco

13h 40m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$582Lufthansa

Thu, Sep 10 - Wed, Sep 23

11:10 pm - 2:19 pmSFO San Francisco-MDE Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

13h 09m1 stop Fort Lauderdale

1:30 pm - 11:17 pmMDE Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl-SFO San Francisco

11h 47m1 stop Fort Lauderdale

$1,199JetBlue

Fri, Sep 18 - Mon, Sep 21

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

9h 45m1 stop San Salvador El Salvador Intl

9:05 am - 10:35 pmBOG Bogotá El Dorado-SFO San Francisco

15h 30m1 stop San Salvador El Salvador Intl

$562Avianca

Tue, Sep 1 - Tue, Sep 8

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

9h 45m1 stop San Salvador El Salvador Intl

4:25 am - 12:50 pmBOG Bogotá El Dorado-SFO San Francisco

10h 25m1 stop San Salvador El Salvador Intl

$562Avianca

Thu, Sep 3 - Fri, Sep 18

8:45 am - 10:34 pmSFO San Francisco-BOG Bogotá El Dorado

11h 49m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

2:10 pm - 11:59 pmBOG Bogotá El Dorado-SFO San Francisco

11h 49m1 stop Miami

$591American Airlines

Mon, Aug 31 - Sat, Sep 19

7:30 am - 9:17 pmSFO San Francisco-BOG Bogotá El Dorado

11h 47m1 stop Miami

6:30 am - 7:46 pmBOG Bogotá El Dorado-SFO San Francisco

15h 16m1 stop Miami

$593American Airlines

Wed, Sep 2 - Thu, Sep 10

11:59 pm - 7:20 pmSFO San Francisco-BOG Bogotá El Dorado

17h 21m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

8:30 am - 12:27 amBOG Bogotá El Dorado-SFO San Francisco

17h 57m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$597United Airlines

Sun, Aug 30 - Wed, Sep 2

6:30 pm - 7:15 pmSFO San Francisco-BOG Bogotá El Dorado

22h 45m2 stops Los Angeles Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

2:55 pm - 10:52 amBOG Bogotá El Dorado-SFO San Francisco

21h 57m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Los Angeles

$602LATAM Airlines

Sun, Aug 30 - Wed, Sep 2

6:25 pm - 1:40 pmSFO San Francisco-BOG Bogotá El Dorado

17h 15m2 stops Los Angeles Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

9:00 am - 11:57 pmBOG Bogotá El Dorado-SFO San Francisco

16h 57m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$602LATAM Airlines

Mon, Aug 31 - Sat, Sep 12

6:00 am - 7:15 pmSFO San Francisco-BOG Bogotá El Dorado

11h 15m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

2:55 pm - 10:15 amBOG Bogotá El Dorado-SFO San Francisco

21h 20m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson New York John F Kennedy Intl

$602Delta

Sun, Aug 30 - Wed, Sep 2

11:15 pm - 8:10 pmSFO San Francisco-BOG Bogotá El Dorado

18h 55m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Miami

2:55 pm - 10:17 amBOG Bogotá El Dorado-SFO San Francisco

21h 22m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson New York John F Kennedy Intl

$602Delta

Mon, Aug 31 - Sat, Sep 19

12:45 am - 11:00 pmSFO San Francisco-LIM Lima J Chavez Intl

20h 15m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

12:55 am - 6:29 pmLIM Lima J Chavez Intl-SFO San Francisco

19h 34m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$755United Airlines

Sat, Aug 29 - Fri, Sep 4

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GOL flights from San Francisco to South America

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GOL

Nov 26

SFO9:50 pmSan Francisco

21h 32m

2 stops

BOG10:22 pmBogotá El Dorado

Dec 6

BOG11:55 pmBogotá El Dorado

18h 41m

2 stops

SFO3:36 pmSan Francisco

$616

GOL

Sep 3

SFO3:39 pmSan Francisco

28h 55m

1 stop

BOG10:34 pmBogotá El Dorado

Sep 18

BOG6:30 amBogotá El Dorado

16h 46m

2 stops

SFO9:16 pmSan Francisco

$631

GOL

Sep 3

SFO8:41 pmSan Francisco

21h 34m

2 stops

MDE8:15 pmMedellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Sep 9

MDE1:53 pmMedellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

23h 26m

2 stops

SFO11:19 amSan Francisco

$686

Avianca flights from San Francisco to South America

Our best Avianca deals on San Francisco to South America flight tickets

Avianca

Oct 15

SFO11:55 pmSan Francisco

14h 05m

1 stop

BOG4:00 pmBogotá El Dorado

Oct 18

BOG1:40 pmBogotá El Dorado

10h 55m

1 stop

SFO10:35 pmSan Francisco

$557

Avianca

Oct 23

SFO11:55 pmSan Francisco

10h 05m

1 stop

BOG12:00 pmBogotá El Dorado

Oct 26

BOG4:35 amBogotá El Dorado

10h 20m

1 stop

SFO12:55 pmSan Francisco

$560

Avianca

Sep 14

SFO11:55 pmSan Francisco

10h 05m

1 stop

BOG12:00 pmBogotá El Dorado

Jan 26

BOG1:40 pmBogotá El Dorado

12h 15m

1 stop

SFO10:55 pmSan Francisco

$561

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Thu 10/15

11:55 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop14h 05m

Bogotá El Dorado

Sun 10/18

1:40 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop10h 55m

$557

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8:51 pm-3:30 pm

1 stop15h 39m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Sun 11/22

2:30 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop12h 28m

$559

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11:55 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop14h 05m

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Sat 9/12

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1 stop10h 25m

$560

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8:21 pm-12:22 am

1 stop26h 01m

Bogotá El Dorado

Wed 9/23

7:00 am-6:10 pm

1 stop13h 10m

$570

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SFO San Francisco - BOG Bogotá El Dorado

SFOBOG

San Francisco

Wed 9/30

8:21 pm-12:22 am

1 stop26h 01m

Bogotá El Dorado

Wed 10/7

4:45 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop27h 25m

$577

San FranciscoBogotá

SFO San Francisco - BOG Bogotá El Dorado

SFOBOG

San Francisco

Tue 9/22

9:55 pm-5:50 pm

2 stops17h 55m

Bogotá El Dorado

Thu 10/15

11:00 am-11:56 pm

2 stops14h 56m

$577

San FranciscoBogotá

SFO San Francisco - BOG Bogotá El Dorado

SFOBOG

San Francisco

Sun 10/25

10:25 pm-5:55 pm

2 stops17h 30m

Bogotá El Dorado

Fri 11/6

10:45 am-11:56 pm

2 stops16h 11m

$577

San FranciscoBogotá

SFO San Francisco - BOG Bogotá El Dorado

SFOBOG

San Francisco

Tue 9/22

9:55 pm-5:50 pm

2 stops17h 55m

Bogotá El Dorado

Thu 10/15

10:35 am-10:53 pm

1 stop14h 18m

$577

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San FranciscoBogotá

SFO San Francisco - BOG Bogotá El Dorado

SFOBOG

San Francisco

Thu 9/10

4:40 pm-4:54 am

1 stop10h 14m

Bogotá El Dorado

Wed 9/23

8:30 am-8:10 pm

1 stop13h 40m

$582

San FranciscoMedellín

SFO San Francisco - MDE Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

SFOMDE

San Francisco

Fri 9/18

11:10 pm-2:19 pm

1 stop13h 09m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Mon 9/21

1:30 pm-11:17 pm

1 stop11h 47m

$1,199

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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 $680. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of May, then book flights to South America from San Francisco during October instead. Flights to South America in October, while not as cheap as those in May, still average around $712.

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 $710 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 $694 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 9% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Francisco to South America flight.

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Best Price Found	$220
Fastest flight time	9h 39m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to South America from San Francisco in the past 72 hours is $220. The best round-trip flight deal from San Francisco to South America found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $557.

The fastest flight from San Francisco to South America takes 9h 39m

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 10 operators available for flights from San Francisco Airport to South America as of August 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

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from San Francisco to South America with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
LATAM Airlines	PriceFrom $212	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,988 reviews	Search LATAM Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $214	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,136 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $283	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,539 reviews	Search Delta flights
Avianca	PriceFrom $284	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.5 2,552 reviews	Search Avianca flights
JetBlue	PriceFrom $292	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 3,035 reviews	Search JetBlue flights
Copa Airlines	PriceFrom $303	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,550 reviews	Search Copa Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $448	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 12,025 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $482	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,554 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
GOL	PriceFrom $499	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,282 reviews	Search GOL flights
Aeromexico	PriceFrom $661	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,469 reviews	Search Aeromexico flights

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