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12:59 am - 9:20 am

EWR

MDE

9h 21m

1 stop

8:25 pm - 9:30 am

MDE

EWR

13h 05m

1 stop

$339Arajet

Fri, Oct 23 - Mon, Nov 2

12:59 am - 9:20 am

EWR

MDE

9h 21m

1 stop

1:56 pm - 10:30 pm

MDE

EWR

8h 34m

1 stop

$341Arajet

Mon, Oct 19 - Thu, Nov 5

5:30 pm - 12:15 am

MIA

MDE

7h 45m

1 stop

8:30 am - 3:55 pm

MDE

MIA

6h 25m

1 stop

$342LATAM Airlines

Thu, Aug 20 - Wed, Aug 26

4:20 pm - 10:50 pm

MIA

MDE

6h 30m

1 stop

7:55 am - 2:45 pm

MDE

MIA

6h 50m

1 stop

$348LATAM Airlines

Fri, Nov 6 - Mon, Nov 9

5:12 pm - 5:01 am

MIA

LIM

12h 49m

1 stop

2:30 am - 12:39 pm

LIM

MIA

9h 09m

1 stop

$354Multiple Airlines

Sat, Oct 3 - Sun, Oct 11

5:11 pm - 10:55 am

FLL

MDE

17h 44m

1 stop

9:15 am - 3:13 pm

MDE

FLL

5h 58m

1 stop

$355Copa Airlines

Sun, Nov 15 - Wed, Nov 18

5:12 pm - 5:01 am

MIA

LIM

12h 49m

1 stop

2:30 am - 12:39 pm

LIM

MIA

9h 09m

1 stop

$355Multiple Airlines

Wed, Sep 16 - Sun, Sep 20

1:57 pm - 9:10 pm

EWR

MDE

32h 13m

1 stop

9:45 am - 12:45 am

MDE

EWR

14h 00m

1 stop

$356United Airlines

Wed, Oct 21 - Fri, Oct 30

6:13 pm - 10:50 pm

FLL

MDE

5h 37m

1 stop

5:00 am - 4:15 pm

MDE

FLL

10h 15m

1 stop

$357Copa Airlines

Fri, Sep 25 - Thu, Oct 15

6:00 am - 9:10 pm

EWR

MDE

16h 10m

1 stop

9:45 am - 12:45 am

MDE

EWR

14h 00m

1 stop

$369United Airlines

Fri, Oct 23 - Mon, Oct 26

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

NewarkMedellín

EWR - MDE

EWRMDE

Newark

Fri 10/23

12:59 am-9:20 am

1 stop9h 21m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Mon 11/2

8:25 pm-9:30 am

1 stop13h 05m

$339

NewarkMedellín

EWR - MDE

EWRMDE

Newark

Mon 10/19

12:59 am-9:20 am

1 stop9h 21m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Thu 11/5

1:56 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop8h 34m

$341

MiamiMedellín

MIA - MDE

MIAMDE

Miami

Thu 8/20

5:30 pm-12:15 am

1 stop7h 45m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Wed 8/26

8:30 am-3:55 pm

1 stop6h 25m

$342

Quickest round-trip

MiamiMedellín

MIA - MDE

MIAMDE

Miami

Fri 11/6

4:20 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop6h 30m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Mon 11/9

7:55 am-2:45 pm

1 stop6h 50m

$348

MiamiLima

MIA - LIM

MIALIM

Miami

Sat 10/3

5:12 pm-5:01 am

1 stop12h 49m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Sun 10/11

2:30 am-12:39 pm

1 stop9h 09m

$354

Fort LauderdaleMedellín

FLL - MDE

FLLMDE

Fort Lauderdale

Sun 11/15

5:11 pm-10:55 am

1 stop17h 44m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Wed 11/18

9:15 am-3:13 pm

1 stop5h 58m

$355

MiamiLima

MIA - LIM

MIALIM

Miami

Wed 9/16

5:12 pm-5:01 am

1 stop12h 49m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Sun 9/20

2:30 am-12:39 pm

1 stop9h 09m

$355

NewarkMedellín

EWR - MDE

EWRMDE

Newark

Wed 10/21

1:57 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop32h 13m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Fri 10/30

9:45 am-12:45 am

1 stop14h 00m

$356

Fort LauderdaleMedellín

FLL - MDE

FLLMDE

Fort Lauderdale

Fri 9/25

6:13 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop5h 37m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Thu 10/15

5:00 am-4:15 pm

1 stop10h 15m

$357

NewarkMedellín

EWR - MDE

EWRMDE

Newark

Fri 10/23

6:00 am-9:10 pm

1 stop16h 10m

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Mon 10/26

9:45 am-12:45 am

1 stop14h 00m

$369

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Flight prices to countries in South America

Interested in flights to South America? Find the countries in South America that you can fly to for the biggest bang for your buck

	Price	$856 - $1,724

CHEAPEST COUNTRY	Colombia	32% cheaper	Users typically spent $411 less on flights to Colombia
MOST EXPENSIVE COUNTRY	Suriname	36% more expensive	Users typically spent $456 more on trips to Suriname
MOST POPULAR COUNTRY TO FLY TO	Colombia	345% more popular	As a popular travel destination, more of our users plan to visit Colombia than any other country in South America

Where are the most popular flight destinations in South America?

The most popular flight destination in South America, according to our users, is Brazil, followed by Colombia, Peru, Argentina and Ecuador.

Cheapest flights to cities in South America

Click on the cities below to find out when it's cheapest to fly to South America from United States

Bogotá

South America

Cheapest flight to South America from Bogotá

Cartagena

When booking a flight to South America, the best-priced flight will typically be to Cartagena for $31, which is 94% less than the continental average.

Most expensive flight to South America from Bogotá

Aracaju

Flights to South America are typically 83% more expensive when flying to Aracaju, where the average price is $465

Cheap South America flight deals and tips

Summary info about South America flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	$157
Best Round-Trip Price	$339
Fastest flight time	8h 40m
Popular in	December

The best one-way flight price to South America from United States in the last 5 days is $157 (Newark to Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl).

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The best round-trip flight price to South America from United States in the last 5 days is $339 (Newark to Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl).

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The fastest flight to South America from United States takes 8h 40m (Newark to Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl).

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December has the highest demand for flights to South America, with a 7% price increase on average.

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Frequently asked questions about flying to South America

Where is it cheapest to fly into South America?

If you're headed to South America, consider flying into Georgetown Cheddi Jagan Intl airport in Georgetown for the best deals, with an average airfare of $127. Alternatively, Cartagena Rafael Nunez airport in Cartagena is a close second for cheapest flights to South America with an average airfare of $134.

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

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

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

The number of operators available for flights to South America is 56 as of August 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly 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 to South America.

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

The required travel and health documents for your South America trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at South America. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Why use momondo?

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

Finding the right flight to South America is quick and easy when you have a range of options in front of you, from reputable agents and recognisable airlines. These options can then be filtered down to find the best fit. That is what momondo does. We make finding flights to South America quick and easy, saving you time and money.

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

momondo does allow users to show only those flights to South America which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.

How can momondo help me find flights to South America?

momondo helps you find the best flight to South America by providing filters to narrow your choice of flights to those matching your criteria. You can select flights based on numerous factors such as price, departure and landing times, airport and airline.

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

If you are not ready to book a flight to South America now, use our insights above to find helpful tips or alternatively set up a price alert; this is where momondo will track prices on flights to South America and let you know when they change.