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Cheap Flights to South America

Cheapest return prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 72 hours
Bogotá
Bogotá3 stops$1,928
Santiago
Santiago2 stops$1,668
Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires3 stops$1,928
Lima
Lima1 stop$1,665
Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo2 stops$1,742
Medellín
Medellín2 stops$2,061
Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro2 stops$1,832
Montevideo
Montevideo1 stop$2,141
Cusco
Cusco1 stop$2,127
Quito
Quito2 stops$2,148
Cali
Cali2 stops$2,110
Cartagena
Cartagena2 stops$2,121
Cordoba
Cordoba2 stops$2,891
Porto Alegre
Porto Alegre2 stops$2,411
Guayaquil
Guayaquil2 stops$2,349
Mendoza
Mendoza2 stops$2,480
Bucaramanga
Bucaramanga2 stops$3,076
Belo Horizonte
Belo Horizonte2 stops$2,446
Bogotá
Bogotá3 stops$1,928
Santiago
Santiago2 stops$1,668
Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires3 stops$1,928
Lima
Lima1 stop$1,665
Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo2 stops$1,742
Medellín
Medellín2 stops$2,061
Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro2 stops$1,832
Montevideo
Montevideo1 stop$2,141
Cusco
Cusco1 stop$2,127
Quito
Quito2 stops$2,148
Cali
Cali2 stops$2,110
Cartagena
Cartagena2 stops$2,121
Cordoba
Cordoba2 stops$2,891
Porto Alegre
Porto Alegre2 stops$2,411
Guayaquil
Guayaquil2 stops$2,349
Mendoza
Mendoza2 stops$2,480
Bucaramanga
Bucaramanga2 stops$3,076
Belo Horizonte
Belo Horizonte2 stops$2,446

Book Cheap South America Plane Tickets

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights to South America that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent return flight deals to South America

Mon, 25 Aug - Wed, 12 Nov
LATAM Airlines Logo
12:00 - 08:30MEL-LIM
35h 30m1 stop
LATAM Airlines Logo
09:50 - 05:25LIM-MEL
27h 35m1 stop
$1,665LATAM Airlines
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Mon, 25 Aug - Wed, 12 Nov
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06:15 - 19:40MEL-LIM
28h 25m3 stops
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11:50 - 05:25LIM-MEL
25h 35m1 stop
$1,759
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Mon, 25 Aug - Wed, 12 Nov
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07:30 - 19:40MEL-LIM
27h 10m3 stops
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09:50 - 05:25LIM-MEL
27h 35m1 stop
$1,771
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Tue, 21 Oct - Thu, 27 Nov
American Airlines Logo
10:10 - 08:00SYD-SCL
59h 50m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
23:15 - 09:00SCL-SYD
67h 45m2 stops
$1,897American Airlines
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Tue, 21 Oct - Thu, 27 Nov
American Airlines Logo
10:10 - 08:00SYD-SCL
35h 50m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
23:15 - 09:00SCL-SYD
67h 45m2 stops
$1,898American Airlines
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Tue, 4 Nov - Tue, 2 Dec
Air Canada Logo
11:20 - 10:35SYD-GRU
37h 15m2 stops
Air Canada Logo
21:30 - 09:35GRU-SYD
46h 05m2 stops
$1,934Air Canada
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Thu, 27 Nov - Wed, 18 Feb
Air Canada Logo
11:20 - 10:35SYD-GRU
37h 15m2 stops
Air Canada Logo
21:30 - 09:35GRU-SYD
46h 05m2 stops
$1,944Air Canada
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Fri, 12 Sep - Mon, 22 Sep
United Airlines Logo
09:30 - 21:10MEL-MDE
26h 40m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
09:45 - 08:15MDE-MEL
31h 30m3 stops
$2,061United Airlines
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Thu, 11 Sep - Mon, 20 Oct
Cathay Pacific Logo
07:40 - 09:00SYD-GRU
38h 20m2 stops
Cathay Pacific Logo
22:50 - 11:50GRU-SYD
47h 00m2 stops
$2,420Cathay Pacific
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Sun, 28 Sep - Sun, 5 Oct
United Airlines Logo
09:30 - 04:54MEL-BOG
34h 24m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
08:30 - 08:30BOG-MEL
56h 00m2 stops
$2,523United Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for flights to South America

Get data-powered insights and trends for flights to South America to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest flight to South America?

These are the best return prices found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.

The cheapest ticket to South America from Australia found in the last 72 hours was to Santiago, at $903 return. The most popular route is Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Santiago (SCL) and the cheapest return airline ticket found on this route in the last 72 hours was $903.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Australia to South America?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from Australia to South America, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Australia to South America is August, when tickets cost $2,201 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and November, when the average cost of round-trip tickets is $3,536 and $2,903 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights to South America, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below-average price on a flight from Australia to South America, you should book around 9 weeks before departure, which saves you about 12% compared to booking last-minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 20 weeks before departure.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in South America?

Prices will differ depending on the departure airport, but generally, the cheapest airport to fly to in South America is Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL), with an average flight price of $1,467.

Good to know

Low seasonJuly
Cheapest flight$863
Best time to beat the crowds (7% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (29% more expensive on average)
Flight from Sydney to Bogotá

FAQs - booking South America flights

  • What direct flights are there from Australia to South America?

    Most flights come with at least one stop along the way. However, if Chile is on your itinerary, you’re in luck. Direct flights are available from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) with Qantas and LATAM. If direct flights are important to you, starting and ending your South American adventure in Santiago may be the ideal strategy.

  • How can I find quick flights to South America from Australia?

    Australian and South American carriers like Qantas and LATAM are a great place to start if you’re looking for a shorter itinerary. You’ll also find one- and two-stop itineraries with airlines like Emirates, KLM and American Airlines. Another point to consider is the Australian city from which you depart. Regardless of where you’re heading in South America, flights departing from Sydney tend to be faster.

  • How can I find cheap North American flight deals?

    Booking at least a couple of months in advance will get you better flight deals. When travelling to South America from Australia, it’s also important to consider the airport you enter and exit the continent. You can avoid lengthy and expensive multi-stop itineraries by starting and ending your adventure in major South American hubs like Santiago, Bogota or Lima.

  • Which visa do Australians need to visit South America?

    From Paraguay and Brazil to Chile and Argentina, Australian citizens can generally obtain visas on arrival in South America for stays of less than 90 days (or in Bolivia, less than 30 days). Rules can change, so it’s crucial to check the visa requirements for every country on your itinerary. For all South American countries, you will need a passport that is valid for six months beyond the end of your trip, with blank visa pages. Also, bring proof of funds, accommodation and onward travel.  

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Australia to South America?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Australia to South America.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Australia to South America?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from Australia to South America is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Australia to South America?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly from Australia to South America with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Australia to South America?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying from Australia to South America up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

  • What is the cheapest day to fly to South America?

    Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to South America is Saturday when return tickets can be as cheap as $2,256. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Sunday, when return prices are $2,459 on average.

  • What is the cheapest time of day to fly to South America?

    The cheapest time of day to fly to South America is generally in the morning, when retur flights cost $1,840 on average. Morning departures are around 12% cheaper than evening flights, on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to South America is generally in the evening, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is $2,083.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to South America

  • Looking for cheap airfare to South America? 25% of our users found return tickets to South America for the following prices or less: From Melbourne $3,330, from Sydney $3,709
  • Enter your preferred departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest South America flight deals.
  • If you're planning on visiting Macchu Picchu in Peru, Cusco (CUZ) is the recommended airport. However, flights from Australia to Cusco generally have at least two stops and usually pass through Lima (LIM), so keep this in mind when planning your itinerary.
  • Colombia has many international airports, so it’s important to consider the regions you want to explore before booking flights from Australia. El Dorado International Airport (BOG) is ideal if you’re planning on visiting the capital city. If you’re only interested in the Caribbean Coast, look for flights from Australia to Cartagena Airport (CTG).
  • Aussies planning to visit Patagonia can explore this stunning region in Chile, Argentina or both. You’ll generally find better flight deals with shorter flight times if you fly into Santiago from Australia.
  • If you’re planning on visiting Iguazu Falls, you can choose between Foz do Iguacu International Airport (IGU) in Brazil or Cataratas International Airport (IGR) in Argentina. From Australia, you’ll generally find cheaper flights with fewer stops if you opt for Foz do Iguacu Airport.
  • Travellers visiting Bolivia to explore the Salar de Uyuni salt flats or see the pink dolphins of the Amazon Basin should keep in mind that flights from Australia generally pass through Santiago, Lima or both. If you’re planning on visiting Chile or Peru, it may be wise to start in one of these countries and head to Bolivia next.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying to South America

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Australia to South America? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.5
LATAM AirlinesOverall score based on 1840 reviews
7.0Entertainment
7.4Comfort
8.0Crew
7.6Boarding
6.7Food
Airline reviews

The flight was late. Please do not delay next time.

6.0 GoodAnonymous, Aug 2025AUS - ATL
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The flight was late. Please do not delay next time.

I couldn't travel, now I can't get a refund and to change the date I have to pay an absurd fine.

My biggest complaint is the comfort. I am not tall and there was no legroom. It was very uncomfortable. During my transfer in Sao Paola, the flight was slightly delayed so boarding was confusing because there were no instructions in English.

Bought a ticket that included a bag and they still charged me to check it in, latam is the worst airline.

I never got this flight. You sent me to Chile!!! And from Chile I got the other flight to São Paulo... I've arrived 7h latter than I was supposed to arrive because of Delta delays.

It’s a delta flight operated by LATAM. The whole ticket sale is a mess, delta changed my flight but didn’t update it in LATAM system, I couldn’t get my boarding pass, it took me hours to resolve this issue with delta. I had to change my travel plan. No apology from Delta even though it’s their fault.

Boarding was done by woman who insisted on strict standing in line policy; food was ok; entertainment minimal

entertainment was not good; the shoulder strap on Business class seat did not sit well across the body (more like across the neck); the food was not hot and the special meal promoted by insert in the menu was not available to us

It was a very good flight, no entertainment is the reason for not checking that box.

I was in the last row and they sent me to check in my luggage last minute after boarding. I had to go through the crowd.

Great as usual, some delays but well communicated and made up for in the air

Business class points redemption - good value for points paid, dubious value if out of your own pocket, domestic class business product okay for this length of flight. The flight left and arrived on time, crew were good, aircraft was a bit old and tired, but still miles ahead of their competitors in Virgin and Jetstar.

Airline running better than post Covid, proper boarding process now implemented, some aircraft feeling a bit old and tired, crew fine, online experience better.

We were upgraded and after just a short delay in attending to a safety check we were on our way. Would definately fly Qantas International on their Dreamliner again.

Five hour flight instead of four hours due to westerly headwinds which wasn’t the fault of Qantas !

I tried to check in online but was unable to do so. I stood in line for nearly two hours to check in. American Airlines was understaffed. When I finally got to the kiosk to check in, I was still unable to check in. No AA staff was available to help. Finally one of the airport security agents who was helping passengers became of lack of AA Staff told me: “I think the reason you can’t check in is that you are starting your name with an upper case letter when you write it. Just write it with all lower case letters.” That did allow me to check in. HOW COULD ANYONE POSSIBLY KNOW THAT IF THEY USE AN INITIAL UPPER CASE LETTER TO SPELL THEIR OWN NAME, AA WOULD NOT ALLOW THEM TO CHECK IN?????? Then I had to wait in line over half an hour again to drop off my baggage. Although I arrived at the airport 3 hours early, by the time I got to the gate, they had already started boarding.

One of the oldest most uncomfortable "lay down" seats I've ever experienced. Old plane and old seats that don't lay flat. The seat back does not even recline - at all. Instead the legrest awkwardly extends to fill the gap between a small cubby into which you must insert your feet/legs. I am 5' 11" and could not lay straight but had to tuck my knees. Ticket was also very expensive. Would not recommend flying business/first on Finair from Melbourne to Bangkok and will not do so again myself.

The wifi was out. Otherwise it was great flight. Richard, as CSM, was excellent.

Traditional economy class. Not a full flight so spare seats. Food and drinks were good

Was bumped to a later flight because of inefficiency on part of the airline.

Inoperable monitor left no entert for 9 hours. Crew was not helpful Food was awful.

I found the staff to not be very attentive at all. When paying for Business Class you expect a certain type of service and that was not found. They were almost rude even

Evidently, my seat had the only broken TV. I couldn’t plug it in, get it to come on, or watch anything, and of course, no one could fix it while we were on the plane. The service was good and the boarding was quick

get E+, a must for 5 hours flight if you are tall

Great. Food going from Australia to the US was better than other way around, but still needs improvement in terms of quality and quantity!!!

Flight attendant gave incorrect information and no immigration/customs forms!

My flight was delayed. They boarded us, then no sooner were we on the plane, they made us get off again and wait another 45 minutes before doing it all over again.

Cabin crew was very friendly, requests were satisfied promptly and cheerfully, and the cabin was reasonably clean when I boarded. The United lounges at Newark and Heathrow are always well-run and comfortable, especially Newark. I look forward to the new lounge that will be part of the rebuild of Terminal 2 at Heathrow.

The senior flight attendants were amazing. Totally different vibe from other carriers. Easy 10 hour flight in Business Class. Great food. Good humor as well.

Being stick waiting for gate at ORD cause me to almost miss my connecting flight…being deaf United made no no effort to keep me updated as I couldn’t hear the PA

Our flight was 1.5 hours delayed. There was no weather for the inbound flight, so I don't understand why. This meant a VERY late arrival and only a quick nap before my morning flight.

I miss the screens they used to have for the long flights. I use a Kendal and it doesn’t work well with there WiFi. I tried my cell and the wifi was not good for it either this is the free wifi.

Cabin felt crammed Snacks are lame But crew was super efficient getting us out on time despite delay

The flight was late and we missed this connecting flight. American Airlines refused to put us anywhere for the night for their snafu. We had to find our own accommodations in Miami, and it was expensive for a crappy hotel.

I have long legs, my foot was out in the aisle and when a flight attendant came walking by and I didn't notice, instead of saying "excuse me" or anything like that, she kicked my foot. Extremely rude

I was a little disappointed of not having an android charger. Only one it was for an iPhone. I've flown American in the past and had access to one.

Same as before being upgraded to business class made it perfect

Flight didn’t get dinner on business. I was starving!

We boarded after several delays due to mechanical failure and a gate change. The seat cushion in the exit row was very compressed and offered no cushion, making the four-hour journey reasonably uncomfortable. The WiFi worked for a few people, but for most, it did not, and you cannot get entertainment unless you can connect—American Airlines flights do not have seatback screens, and you must use your mobile phone.

Very mediocre greeting as we boarded, and the lead flight attendant accent was almost unrecognizable. He joked around a lot, while trying to give the safety demonstration, but did not succeed. My wife’s row was completely missed for beverages and the lead flight attendant didn’t even know that our row was Main cabin and able to have beverages at no charge. We are platinum, 2,000,000 miles on American Airlines and this was not a stellar crew.

The flight attendants were not very nice. No smiles On my return trip I was charged for one bag $83.30 although I had purchased the flight including one piece of luggage. Can this be refunded to me? Thank you!

Because of a change in aircraft, I was unable to experience the business class I paid for and was disappointed.

Don’t book a middle or window seat the leg room was very tight and very difficult to exit your seat. I was sitting in a window seat. I’m not a large person. I booked economy plus for the extra room. There was no extra room for the additional cost to the flight.

We had a very long delay. First the inbound flight took a while, then maintenance, they “fixed it” to then do boarding and leave the gate, and waste a lot of time to have to go back to the gate and eventually deplane. Had to wait for a new aircraft, wait for a gate, and do the whole thing again. Instead of leaving at 9:50am we left until past 1. I could’ve not woken up at 5am, or spend some more time with my family if they gave more grace period of time between flights to give some time in case of any issues. But they have to make all and every dollar possible

Lynda was rude and unhelpful. We asked for tea wiht a slice of lemon. She served us Coffee instead. When we spoke to her she made it seem as if we were lying. I asked if she would like to taste it and see - her reply was I don’t need to be rude. After this incident we were treated with subpar service for all beverages and food items after. We’re were purposely left out when they did garbage collection.

Poor planning meant the plane was delayed an hour, then a thunder storm started and the ground staff couldn't work. Eventual arrival in Santiago was 3 hours late resulting in missed connections and the need to buy new tickets.

Previous flight from Melbourne to Brisbane was late. I had 1 hr 40 min to get to the connecting flight. That was not enough time as I had to take a shuttle bus to change terminal. Then needed to get through security and customs. The airline was announcing my name to board at 9:10. The take off time was scheduled for 9:40 but I was again one of the last to board at about 9:20. Kayak needs to allow more time for these connections

Almost missed boarding, mass line up made me be the last person. Wish the announcement was more loud, didn’t hear what seats or zones were ready. Being last also made finding space for my roller bag. Fortunately the flight attendants made it work!

Service is pretty good. Sandwiches have to be purchased but I’ve bought my own food. Seat was comfortable and various movies to chose from.

PDX staff was great and we arrived on time in YVR.

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