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

Copa Airlines, United 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 35% 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.

$249 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

1:40 pm - 10:55 pmBOG Bogotá El Dorado-SFO San Francisco

12h 15m1 stop San Salvador El Salvador Intl

$569Avianca

Tue, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 1

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

$569Avianca

Tue, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 1

5:00 pm - 5:55 pmSFO San Francisco-BOG Bogotá El Dorado

21h 55m2 stops Salt Lake City Miami

10:35 am - 11:11 pmBOG Bogotá El Dorado-SFO San Francisco

15h 36m2 stops Orlando Los Angeles

$575LATAM Airlines

Mon, Jan 25 - Fri, Jan 29

9:30 pm - 5:55 pmSFO San Francisco-BOG Bogotá El Dorado

17h 25m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Miami

10:35 am - 11:12 pmBOG Bogotá El Dorado-SFO San Francisco

15h 37m1 stop Orlando

$575Multiple Airlines

Mon, Jan 25 - Fri, Jan 29

7:55 pm - 10:55 pmSFO San Francisco-BOG Bogotá El Dorado

25h 00m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl

2:35 am - 6:28 pmBOG Bogotá El Dorado-SFO San Francisco

17h 53m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl

$578Copa Airlines

Tue, Mar 16 - Mon, Mar 22

7:36 pm - 12:20 amSFO San Francisco-BOG Bogotá El Dorado

25h 44m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl

6:08 pm - 5:25 pmBOG Bogotá El Dorado-SFO San Francisco

26h 17m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl

$578Copa Airlines

Wed, Jan 20 - Mon, Feb 15

11:59 pm - 8:10 pmSFO San Francisco-BOG Bogotá El Dorado

17h 11m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Miami

4:10 pm - 4:15 pmBOG Bogotá El Dorado-SFO San Francisco

27h 05m2 stops Lima J Chavez Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$581Delta

Thu, Nov 12 - Wed, Nov 25

10:25 pm - 2:25 pmSFO San Francisco-BOG Bogotá El Dorado

14h 00m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

4:50 am - 10:15 pmBOG Bogotá El Dorado-SFO San Francisco

20h 25m2 stops Lima J Chavez Intl Los Angeles

$581Delta

Sun, Oct 25 - Fri, Nov 6

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

11h 34m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl

1:05 pm - 4:02 pmBOG Bogotá El Dorado-SFO San Francisco

29h 57m2 stops Guadalajara Miguel Hidal Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$585Multiple Airlines

Sun, Nov 1 - Tue, Nov 10

6:00 am - 7:30 pmSFO San Francisco-BOG Bogotá El Dorado

10h 30m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

3:55 pm - 1:52 pmBOG Bogotá El Dorado-SFO San Francisco

24h 57m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Los Angeles

$587LATAM Airlines

Tue, Nov 17 - Wed, Nov 25

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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

$576Avianca

Wed, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 14

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

9h 45m1 stop San Salvador El Salvador Intl

4:25 am - 10:35 pmBOG Bogotá El Dorado-SFO San Francisco

20h 10m1 stop San Salvador El Salvador Intl

$612Avianca

Fri, Oct 9 - Mon, Oct 12

8:21 pm - 5:26 pmSFO San Francisco-BOG Bogotá El Dorado

19h 05m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl

8:50 am - 11:40 pmBOG Bogotá El Dorado-SFO San Francisco

16h 50m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl

$622Copa Airlines

Thu, Oct 8 - Tue, Oct 13

11:59 pm - 9:10 pmSFO San Francisco-MDE Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

19h 11m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

9:45 am - 9:50 pmMDE Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl-SFO San Francisco

14h 05m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$665United Airlines

Mon, Oct 12 - Thu, Oct 22

11:59 pm - 9:10 pmSFO San Francisco-MDE Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

19h 11m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

9:45 am - 11:47 pmMDE Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl-SFO San Francisco

16h 02m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$665United Airlines

Mon, Oct 12 - Fri, Oct 23

5:30 am - 10:30 pmSFO San Francisco-BOG Bogotá El Dorado

15h 00m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

6:30 am - 7:03 pmBOG Bogotá El Dorado-SFO San Francisco

14h 33m2 stops Miami Los Angeles

$677American Airlines

Wed, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 14

7:15 am - 10:30 pmSFO San Francisco-BOG Bogotá El Dorado

13h 15m2 stops Los Angeles Dallas/Fort Worth

6:30 am - 7:03 pmBOG Bogotá El Dorado-SFO San Francisco

14h 33m2 stops Miami Los Angeles

$677American Airlines

Wed, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 14

5:36 pm - 10:30 pmSFO San Francisco-BOG Bogotá El Dorado

26h 54m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

6:30 am - 7:25 pmBOG Bogotá El Dorado-SFO San Francisco

14h 55m2 stops Miami Dallas/Fort Worth

$712GOL

Thu, Oct 8 - Tue, Oct 13

8:33 am - 1:00 pmSFO San Francisco-BOG Bogotá El Dorado

26h 27m1 stop Miami

6:30 am - 7:25 pmBOG Bogotá El Dorado-SFO San Francisco

14h 55m2 stops Miami Dallas/Fort Worth

$743GOL

Wed, Oct 7 - Tue, Oct 13

8:21 pm - 11:39 pmSFO San Francisco-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

23h 18m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl

12:20 pm - 5:25 pmSCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-SFO San Francisco

34h 05m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl

$1,041Copa Airlines

Thu, Oct 8 - Thu, Jan 14

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Avianca flights from San Francisco to South America

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Avianca

Oct 14

SFO2:15 pmSan Francisco

9h 45m

1 stop

BOG2:00 amBogotá El Dorado

Oct 23

BOG4:25 amBogotá El Dorado

10h 25m

1 stop

SFO12:50 pmSan Francisco

$561

Avianca

Jan 27

SFO11:00 pmSan Francisco

9h 35m

1 stop

BOG11:35 amBogotá El Dorado

Feb 3

BOG1:40 pmBogotá El Dorado

11h 00m

1 stop

SFO9:40 pmSan Francisco

$569

Avianca

Oct 31

SFO12:00 amSan Francisco

16h 45m

1 stop

BOG6:45 pmBogotá El Dorado

Nov 10

BOG4:35 amBogotá El Dorado

10h 20m

1 stop

SFO11:55 amSan Francisco

$571

Copa Airlines flights from San Francisco to South America

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

Copa Airlines

Oct 25

SFO8:36 pmSan Francisco

18h 27m

1 stop

BOG5:03 pmBogotá El Dorado

Nov 7

BOG10:00 amBogotá El Dorado

16h 12m

1 stop

SFO11:12 pmSan Francisco

$578

Copa Airlines

Jan 14

SFO7:36 pmSan Francisco

10h 49m

1 stop

BOG9:25 amBogotá El Dorado

Jan 19

BOG6:08 pmBogotá El Dorado

26h 17m

1 stop

SFO5:25 pmSan Francisco

$600

Copa Airlines

Oct 8

SFO8:21 pmSan Francisco

19h 05m

1 stop

BOG5:26 pmBogotá El Dorado

Oct 13

BOG8:50 amBogotá El Dorado

16h 50m

1 stop

SFO11:40 pmSan Francisco

$622

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Tue 11/24

1:15 pm-2:00 am

1 stop9h 45m

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1:40 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop12h 15m

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1:15 pm-2:00 am

1 stop9h 45m

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Tue 12/1

4:35 am-11:55 am

1 stop10h 20m

$569

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Mon 1/25

5:00 pm-5:55 pm

2 stops21h 55m

Bogotá El Dorado

Fri 1/29

10:35 am-11:11 pm

2 stops15h 36m

$575

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SFOBOG

San Francisco

Mon 1/25

9:30 pm-5:55 pm

2 stops17h 25m

Bogotá El Dorado

Fri 1/29

10:35 am-11:12 pm

1 stop15h 37m

$575

San FranciscoBogotá

SFO San Francisco - BOG Bogotá El Dorado

SFOBOG

San Francisco

Tue 3/16

7:55 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop25h 00m

Bogotá El Dorado

Mon 3/22

2:35 am-6:28 pm

1 stop17h 53m

$578

San FranciscoBogotá

SFO San Francisco - BOG Bogotá El Dorado

SFOBOG

San Francisco

Wed 1/20

7:36 pm-12:20 am

1 stop25h 44m

Bogotá El Dorado

Mon 2/15

6:08 pm-5:25 pm

1 stop26h 17m

$578

San FranciscoBogotá

SFO San Francisco - BOG Bogotá El Dorado

SFOBOG

San Francisco

Thu 11/12

11:59 pm-8:10 pm

2 stops17h 11m

Bogotá El Dorado

Wed 11/25

4:10 pm-4:15 pm

2 stops27h 05m

$581

San FranciscoBogotá

SFO San Francisco - BOG Bogotá El Dorado

SFOBOG

San Francisco

Sun 10/25

10:25 pm-2:25 pm

1 stop14h 00m

Bogotá El Dorado

Fri 11/6

4:50 am-10:15 pm

2 stops20h 25m

$581

San FranciscoBogotá

SFO San Francisco - BOG Bogotá El Dorado

SFOBOG

San Francisco

Sun 11/1

7:36 pm-10:10 am

1 stop11h 34m

Bogotá El Dorado

Tue 11/10

1:05 pm-4:02 pm

2 stops29h 57m

$585

San FranciscoBogotá

SFO San Francisco - BOG Bogotá El Dorado

SFOBOG

San Francisco

Tue 11/17

6:00 am-7:30 pm

1 stop10h 30m

Bogotá El Dorado

Wed 11/25

3:55 pm-1:52 pm

2 stops24h 57m

$587

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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 $676. 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 $738.

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 $722 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 $710 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	$249
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 $249. The best round-trip flight deal from San Francisco to South America found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $569.

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 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

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

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
United Airlines	PriceFrom $214	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,292 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
LATAM Airlines	PriceFrom $258	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,978 reviews	Search LATAM Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $283	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,636 reviews	Search Delta flights
Avianca	PriceFrom $284	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.5 2,561 reviews	Search Avianca flights
Copa Airlines	PriceFrom $303	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,546 reviews	Search Copa Airlines flights
JetBlue	PriceFrom $373	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 3,047 reviews	Search JetBlue flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $448	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 12,124 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $482	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,731 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
GOL	PriceFrom $499	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,319 reviews	Search GOL flights
Aeromexico	PriceFrom $783	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,447 reviews	Search Aeromexico flights

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