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Cheap Flights to South America

Adventure from the Amazon to Patagonia — at prices you won't believe

Flight Deals to South America

South America is becoming more accessible with new direct routes and competitive pricing from US carriers. Miami serves as the primary gateway with the most connections, but deals from New York, Houston, and other cities appear regularly. The weak currencies in many South American countries mean your dollar goes incredibly far once you arrive.

Best Time to Fly to South America

March through May and August through October offer the best fares. Remember: seasons are reversed — South American summer (December-February) is peak and priciest.

This Week's Picks

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Real deals from this week - subscribers get these and more, every Friday.

This week: London flights from £398
🇬🇧From London

This week: London flights from £398

New York from £398 return (save 28%) plus long-haul deals across the Atlantic - and exclusive Business Class fares for Premium members.

Apr 11
$16,846 Seattle to Cancun + 21 more deals$16
🇺🇸From Seattle

$16,846 Seattle to Cancun + 21 more deals

This week: Direct flights to Tokyo, Singapore, Dublin, London and more - save up to 63% off typical prices. Plus, unlock Business Class deals to Paris, Frankfurt and Seoul for premium subscribers.

Apr 10
$110 Denver to Cancun + 11 more deals$110
🇺🇸From Denver

$110 Denver to Cancun + 11 more deals

Save up to 55% on flights from DEN this week - plus exclusive Business Class deals to London, Paris, and Frankfurt for Premium members.

Apr 10
$148.90 New York to Chicago + 11 more deals$148
🇺🇸From New York

$148.90 New York to Chicago + 11 more deals

Direct flights, domestic getaways, and a Business Class gem from JFK and Newark - plus premium deals locked inside for subscribers.

Apr 10
40 flight deals from Seattle (from $33)$33
🇺🇸From Seattle

40 flight deals from Seattle (from $33)

This week's best Seattle flight deals include $33 round-trips to LA, $373 to Singapore, and $450 to Frankfurt - plus exclusive Business Class deals for Premium members. Savings up to 73% off typical prices.

Mar 27
51 flight deals from San Francisco (from $34)$34
🇺🇸From San Francisco

51 flight deals from San Francisco (from $34)

This week's best fares from SFO, OAK & SJC - save up to 77% on Economy deals, plus exclusive Business Class steals for Premium members

Mar 27

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cheapest South American country to fly to?

Colombia (Bogota and Cartagena) and Peru (Lima) typically have the cheapest fares from the US, with roundtrip flights often under $400 from Miami. Ecuador (Quito) also sees frequent deals.

How long is the flight to South America?

From Miami, flights to Colombia and Peru take 4-6 hours. Brazil is 8-10 hours. Argentina and Chile are 10-12 hours. From New York, add 2-3 hours to each estimate.

Do I need a visa for South America?

US citizens can visit most South American countries visa-free for tourism, including Argentina, Colombia, Peru, Chile, and Ecuador. Brazil requires an e-visa which can be obtained online before travel.

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