C$ 229 Find Cheap Flights to South America

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Best South America Flight Deals

Cheapest round-trip prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 72 hours
Bogotá
Bogotá1 stopC$ 485
Lima
Lima2 stopsC$ 524
Santiago
Santiago1 stopC$ 597
Medellín
Medellín1 stopC$ 478
Cartagena
Cartagena1 stopC$ 504
Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro1 stopC$ 623
Cusco
Cusco1 stopC$ 726
Guayaquil
Guayaquil2 stopsC$ 524
Montevideo
Montevideo1 stopC$ 858
Santa Marta
Santa Marta1 stopC$ 566
La Paz
La Paz2 stopsC$ 966
Bogotá
Bogotá1 stopC$ 485
Lima
Lima2 stopsC$ 524
Santiago
Santiago1 stopC$ 597
Medellín
Medellín1 stopC$ 478
Cartagena
Cartagena1 stopC$ 504
Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro1 stopC$ 623
Cusco
Cusco1 stopC$ 726
Guayaquil
Guayaquil2 stopsC$ 524
Montevideo
Montevideo1 stopC$ 858
Santa Marta
Santa Marta1 stopC$ 566
La Paz
La Paz2 stopsC$ 966
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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 round-trip prices found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.

The cheapest ticket to South America from Canada found in the last 72 hours was to Bogotá, at C$ 312 round-trip. The most popular route is Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport (YUL) to Bogotá (BOG) and the cheapest round-trip airline ticket found on this route in the last 72 hours was C$ 312.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from Canada 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 Canada to South America is March, when tickets cost C$ 868 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and May, when the average cost of round-trip tickets is C$ 1,422 and C$ 1,296 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Canada 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 Canada to South America, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 10% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 26 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 Bogotá El Dorado Airport (BOG), with an average flight price of C$ 448.

Good to know

Low seasonJune
Cheapest flightC$ 229
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 2% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (40% more expensive on average)
Flight from Toronto to Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

FAQs - booking South America flights

  • What are the best airports to fly into in South America?

    It is usually most convenient to fly into a major airport in South America, as you will have plenty of flight choices and can find prices that won’t break the bank. Some of the most popular travel hubs in this region include Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) and Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport (SCL).

  • Do I need a visa to fly to South America?

    If you are a Canadian citizen that is flying to a country in South America, you can typically go to most countries without a visa, as long as you have a valid passport and will be there for less than 90 days. However, it is always best to check the rules of the specific country that you will be going to.

  • Can you fly non-stop to South America?

    It is possible to find non-stop flights from Canada to South America, depending on the route that you will be taking. For instance, if you fly from Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to El Dorado - Bogotá International Airport, it will be direct.

  • Which Canadian airports are the most convenient to depart from when flying to South America?

    One of the most convenient Canadian airports to depart from is Toronto Pearson International Airport, as it is a major travel hub that services quite a few daily flights to South America, including those that are non-stop. 

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Canada 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 Canada to South America.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from Canada 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 Canada to South America?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly from Canada 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 Canada 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 Canada 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 Monday when round-trip tickets can be as cheap as C$ 844. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Saturday, when round-trip prices are C$ 952 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 evening, when round-trip flights cost C$ 493 on average. Morning departures are around 7% more expensive than evening flights, on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to South America is generally in the afternoon, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is C$ 699.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to South America

  • Looking for cheap airfare to South America? 25% of our users found round-trip tickets to South America for the following prices or less: From Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl C$ 808, from Toronto Pearson Intl C$ 838
  • Enter your preferred departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest South America flight deals.
  • If you will be flying to South America from Canada, there are quite a few different major transportation hubs that you can arrive at, with many of them typically offering good deals. For example, Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM), El Dorado - Bogotá International Airport (BOG), and Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE) are all convenient options.
  • Travellersthat want to save money during their journey can always fly into the northern part of the region, as this area is closest to Canada and typically is the most affordable place to get to. Rafael Nuñez International Airport (CTG) and El Dorado - Bogotá International Airport are both in the north and many daily flights are offered to these two airports from Canada.
  • Make sure you are as comfortable as possible during your long-haul flight by choosing to fly with a budget-friendly airline and then upgrading your seat for a small fee. Some airlines that you may wish to do this with include Spirit Airlines, Swoop, and WestJet.
  • To save money during your travels, you can also fly with an airline that is headquartered in the country that you are visiting. For instance, if you are going to Colombia, you can always fly with Avianca. If you will be traveling to Chile, you can fly with LATAM Airlines.
  • The La Feria de Cali is an annual event that takes place in South America each year and is famous for celebrating cultural diversity, dance, and music. To enjoy these festivities, you will first need to fly into Alfonso Bonilla Aragón International Airport (CLO) in the city of Cali, and then you can drive to the venue.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying to South America

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Canada 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 1838 reviews
7.6Boarding
6.7Food
7.4Comfort
7.0Entertainment
8.0Crew
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.

Boarding was confusing with a delayed flight because there was no English translation

Because the flight was late, we lost the connection to Brazil. You, Delta delayed, and you Delta anticipated the door closing in 15 min from Miami to GRU. Why? It caused a lot of stress! I almost could not see my mother in law alive because of your delay.

Lost ,y connection due to a mechanical delay, huge line to get new connection and vouchers

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

The boarding and new bag drop-off process was confusing and causing massive delays.

Wider seats, better seat cushions, (I felt like there was a board I was sitting on). I had the chicken to eat but It neither tasted nor looked like chicken. The fruit was good.

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.

horrible service, food was an embarrassment, no charging for cellphones, stay away

The flighr attandants were very rude they ignored me didnt offer me anything to drink throughoit the 4 hour flight i feel i was targeted and ignored because i was a darkskin latino man.

Very happy with my flight. I would definitely recommend it.

Had to go through security at the gate again. Had to take off shoes and go through the whole thing again even though we have global entry. They asked us to check in items bought at duty free during our layover and since we checked our luggage at the original departure airport, they forced us to check in a small backpack. None of this ever happened with other airlines. In addition, no vegetarian food option and no snacks during a 7 hr flight. Luggage limits are unusually small. This is unacceptable. Will NEVER fly Copa again and will tell friends and family to avoid this airline.

Seats not reclining, no vegetarian food option, no snacks. 7.5 hr flight should have been more comfortable. Luggage limits are unusually small. Will never fly Copa again and will tell friends and family to avoid this airline.

We paid extra with copa for seats near one another The plane was changed and we lost our seats We were all Separated. We have not received a refund for our seats despite emailing and calling.

We had a five hour layover in the way home from Colombia. I read the "bout your flight" email carefully before we checked bags. We had to go through security right at the gate. Almost lost our ground coffee because that airport only allows 16 ounce of coffee and we had 18. I've been to 48 countries and never heard of a coffee restriction. I can't follow a rule I don't know about. I requested they bring our coffee to our checked luggage. Instead tey gate checked our bag for free. Back to planning transfers in Dallas I guess

It was ok. However, the food was quite poor since I don't eat pasta.

Tell people to remain in their seats during the meal/beverage distribution. Enforce boarding by group numbers. No one was checking. Tell people to turn their electronics speakers off. Bigger cups for drinks.

Enforce the boarding process by group numbers. Tell people to stay seated during the meal/drink distribution. It took forever to get food and drinks because people would not stay out the isle and let the crew do their jobs. Everyone wanted to go to the bathroom forcing the crew to enter and leave the isle constantly so people can pass. Tell people to keep their electronics off speaker mode. No one wants to hear phone conversations and music playing.

The experience was great, the crew was very polite and hospitable. I will definitely make if my go to airlines.

It was all good flight was on time, service was good I enjoyed a few movies and everything was smooth

Efficient, calm when things were delayed and kept us regularly informed of what was happening.

Airbus plane, nice and polite staff, entertainment even as it was a short flight.

Very nice and clean plane. Transit time between flights was tight though

Our flights got changed from United to Air Canada and our purchased seats did not get transferred so we had to pay for seats twice. I brought it up with Air Canada and they stated I had to go back and chase it with United. The united seats were $21 Canadian each and Air Canada were $56 each so we have paid $77 for each seat. Very unhappy

So far so good but food and entertainment are not available for this flight

Plane temperature was comfortable (not to hot) when boarding and waiting for takeoff.

Michael, our FA was very attentive, even finding me a chocolate brownie from economy class when the dessert selections were all dairy based. ( intolerant, not allergic so don’t usually need to order dairy free)

We tried to upgrade to economy premium but were told this was not possible as we had booked through United Airlines (and Air Canada was operating the flight). This seemed silly given there was ample space in economy premium. Additionally, we had to wait almost 1.5 hours upon arrival to taxi to the gate. Otherwise, the crew were very pleasant and passengers were friendly.

Great breakfast and coffee …..fastest bag service I have ever had in NOLA

They were very attentive, polite, professional and great customer service skills.

Bad experience. My checked bag was lost during this direct flight….how does that even happen?

Seats horribly uncomfortable. Air nozzles didn't work so very overheated.

I had a very disappointing experience with customer service. I was suffering from a severe viral infection that included a rash and persistent cough, leaving me unable to even sit upright. Given the circumstances, I requested travel credits from Canada Air, explaining the potential health risk to others onboard. However, the airline showed no concern for my condition and stated they were not in a position to make decisions based on health considerations. Despite my illness, I received no support or flexibility. Ultimately, I chose to forgo my flight due to their lack of responsiveness. It’s unfortunate that airlines like this operate without prioritizing passenger health and safety.

Last minute cancellation, followed by last minute delay with the rescheduled flight. Both due to interval operation issues. Poor resolution.Very disappointing.

It would have been better if food is served on a 4 hours’ flight

Late departing. Late arriving. More worried about limiting bags on board. Free beer and wine a nice surprise.

Flight delayed by 90 min making for a 2 am check in at destination hotel.

On-time boarding, departure, and flight. Electronic notifications about bags for the whole of their own journey too - from when they got accepted into the system through to being loaded onto the plane and then finally being disgorged onto the right carousel. That was an excellent feature.

The check in is the only positive thing in Avianca. The seat is the most uncomfortable I have traveled, the distance is minimal.

Not what it used to be. The sale of food makes them look greedy!

No food, terms when selling are not clear. To pricy for the service in general

Avianca is not what it used to be. So disappointing

The chicken that was served in business class was cold!

Flight to Bogotá delayed by 3 h Missed connection from Bogotá to Guayaquil. Avianca unable to bring us to Baltra on time Overall delay 36h. We missed boat departure from galagos. Overall 10 day trip needed to be cancelled. Avianca was completely un-professional.

i think the flight was late because they were so strict about measuring everyone's personal items to try and charge them $119. It was really petty and made us late.

A few years ago long flights 6 hours or so used to have video screens and they offered ear phones. The food cart used to come and drinks. Now absolutely nothing. Avianca is as bad as Spirit Airlines. Avianca will now be my last choice when booking my next flight.

Excellent flight and one of the smoothest landing I’ve ever experienced

The seats were very uncomfortable. I would have upgrade or got different flight if I knew. I usually sleep in the plane but I couldn’t sleep at all. Very uncomfortable. Also no food or drink everything was to purchase, and that’s u usual for international flight.

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