$1,126+ Cheap flights to South America

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 31/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Flights to South America in 2026

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Cheapest flights to South America
Explore the most affordable flight options available to South America. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 2 April 2026.

Wed 13/507:00
AKL
-
SCL
1 stop19h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 19/501:35
SCL
-
AKL
1 stop21h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/3$1,749
Wed 17/606:15
AKL
-
AEP
2 stops23h 35m
LATAM Airlines
Mon 10/809:25
AEP
-
AKL
1 stop16h 30m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 30/3$1,770
Mon 11/508:20
AKL
-
AEP
2 stops21h 30m
LATAM Airlines
Thu 21/509:25
AEP
-
AKL
1 stop16h 30m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 31/3$1,772
Mon 20/419:10
AKL
-
AEP
1 stop15h 30m
LATAM Airlines
Mon 18/509:25
AEP
-
AKL
1 stop16h 30m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 29/3$1,779
Fri 15/519:10
AKL
-
SCL
Nonstop10h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 21/501:05
SCL
-
AKL
1 stop31h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/3$1,798
Mon 11/519:10
AKL
-
SCL
Nonstop10h 55m
LATAM Airlines
Sat 23/512:15
SCL
-
AKL
Nonstop12h 40m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 1/4$1,813
Fri 15/519:10
AKL
-
AEP
1 stop17h 20m
LATAM Airlines
Fri 22/522:30
AEP
-
AKL
1 stop27h 25m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 31/3$1,831
Tue 16/619:10
AKL
-
AEP
1 stop15h 30m
LATAM Airlines
Mon 10/822:30
AEP
-
AKL
2 stops25h 35m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 31/3$1,841
Wed 13/506:15
AKL
-
AEP
2 stops23h 35m
LATAM Airlines
Wed 20/522:30
AEP
-
AKL
2 stops24h 35m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 29/3$1,843
Sun 14/619:10
AKL
-
AEP
1 stop15h 30m
LATAM Airlines
Tue 11/822:30
AEP
-
AKL
2 stops24h 35m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 29/3$1,845
Mon 11/509:00
AKL
-
SCL
1 stop17h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 26/501:05
SCL
-
AKL
1 stop21h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/3$1,857
Sun 19/708:55
AKL
-
SCL
1 stop17h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 30/701:05
SCL
-
AKL
1 stop21h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/3$1,860

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Browse one-way and return flights deals to South America on Cheapflights. Flight deals are based on user searches and were last updated on 2 April 2026
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Find the latest flights to South America in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 134,765 searches and data was last updated on 2 April 2026.

Return from

$2,199

One-way from

$1,126

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$2,470

Good round-trip deal

$1,963 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,497 or less
LATAM Airlines
  • LATAM Airlines
  • 4/5-16/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 42h 35m total
  • Auckland to Lima
31/5
  • 31/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 44h 50m total
  • Auckland to South America
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($311 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($50 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for return flights in April 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Auckland Intl to South America.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Auckland Intl to South America.

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Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

AucklandBuenos Aires

AKL - AEP

AKLAEP

Auckland Intl

Wed 13/5

06:15-14:50

2 stops23h 35m

Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery

Wed 20/5

22:30-16:55

1 stop27h 25m

$1,883

AucklandBuenos Aires

AKL - AEP

AKLAEP

Auckland Intl

Wed 13/5

08:20-14:50

2 stops21h 30m

Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery

Sun 31/5

09:25-16:55

1 stop16h 30m

$1,930

AucklandSantiago

AKL - SCL

AKLSCL

Auckland Intl

Sun 17/5

19:10-14:05

Nonstop10h 55m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Sat 23/5

01:35-14:05

1 stop20h 30m

$1,975
Fastest return journey

AucklandSantiago

AKL - SCL

AKLSCL

Auckland Intl

Mon 10/8

19:10-14:05

Nonstop10h 55m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Thu 10/9

13:15-16:55

Nonstop12h 40m

$1,977

AucklandBuenos Aires

AKL - AEP

AKLAEP

Auckland Intl

Sun 21/6

19:10-21:30

1 stop17h 20m

Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery

Thu 20/8

15:45-14:10

2 stops31h 25m

$1,985

AucklandBuenos Aires

AKL - AEP

AKLAEP

Auckland Intl

Fri 15/5

19:10-19:40

1 stop15h 30m

Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery

Sat 30/5

20:05-16:55

2 stops29h 50m

$1,991

AucklandBuenos Aires

AKL - AEP

AKLAEP

Auckland Intl

Mon 18/5

06:10-18:25

2 stops27h 15m

Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery

Sun 31/5

20:05-16:55

2 stops29h 50m

$2,013

AucklandBuenos Aires

AKL - AEP

AKLAEP

Auckland Intl

Thu 18/6

06:10-18:25

2 stops27h 15m

Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery

Thu 23/7

20:05-16:55

2 stops53h 50m

$2,013

AucklandBuenos Aires

AKL - AEP

AKLAEP

Auckland Intl

Mon 27/4

19:10-07:40

2 stops27h 30m

Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery

Mon 4/5

21:00-22:55

2 stops34h 55m

$2,017

AucklandBuenos Aires

AKL - AEP

AKLAEP

Auckland Intl

Sun 3/5

19:10-14:50

1 stop34h 40m

Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery

Sat 16/5

20:05-16:55

2 stops29h 50m

$2,041

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Everything you need to know about your flight to South America

How long is the flight to South America?

On average, a flight from Auckland to South America takes 28 hours 24 minutes. Flights to South America from other popular cities in New Zealand will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to South America?

The cheapest airlines flying from Auckland to South America are LATAM Airlines, Qantas Airways and China Eastern.

Rainfall in South America by month

Plan your trip to South America by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in South America ranges from 0.0 - 0.0 mm per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 0.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit South America when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in South America by month

Plan your trip to South America by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to South America, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 17.0 C).

What are the most popular places to fly to in South America?

Destination popularity is based on the amount of flight searches to South America in the last few years. This data was updated on 2 April 2026.
The most popular places in South America to fly to are Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Colombia and Peru.

Reviews of airlines servicing South America

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South America. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to South America. Reviews last updated 2 April 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines serving South America, such as Qantas Airways,LATAM Airlines, andChina Eastern. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Warwick,Feb 2026

SYD - MEL

Poor. Very long delayed boarding. Laughable attempt to roll out demarcation stairs. One person trying to push in place but too heavy.

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Warwick,Feb 2026

SYD - MEL

Poor. Very long delayed boarding. Laughable attempt to roll out demarcation stairs. One person trying to push in place but too heavy.

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Warwick,Feb 2026

SYD - MEL

Poor. Very long delayed boarding. Laughable attempt to roll out demarcation stairs. One person trying to push in place but too heavy.

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Warwick,Feb 2026

SYD - MEL

Poor. Very long delayed boarding. Laughable attempt to roll out demarcation stairs. One person trying to push in place but too heavy.

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Warwick,Feb 2026

SYD - MEL

Poor. Very long delayed boarding. Laughable attempt to roll out demarcation stairs. One person trying to push in place but too heavy.

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Warwick,Feb 2026

SYD - MEL

Poor. Very long delayed boarding. Laughable attempt to roll out demarcation stairs. One person trying to push in place but too heavy.

FAQs about flying to South America

  • What is the best way to travel around South America?

    When hopping on one of the cheap flights to South America landing in Bogota, you'll be glad to know the easiest and most popular way to get around the city is on foot. You can also use public transport like TransMilenio or a local taxi. If your South America flight deals end up in Rio de Janeiro, the easiest way to get around the city is by private taxi or on foot. In Sao Paulo, the most convienient way to get around the city is to use ridesharing apps. Picking up a car hire is one of the best way to travel between cities and across the country.

  • What are some things to do in South America?

    Book flights to South America to experience a wide range of activities and sights to explore on the continent. Make your way to Peru to check out places like Amantani Island or the popular Inca citadel high up in the Andes Mountains, Machu Picchu. You can head to Patagonia and experience the Molodon Caves in Puerto Natales or fly to Ecuador in South America and scale a waterfall. Iguazu Falls can be found at the border of Misiones in Argentina and Parana in Brazil and form the largest waterfall in the world.

  • How long is the flight to South America?

    Your travel time from New Zealand will depend on where your flights to South America end up. If you've booked flights to Bogota in South America, you can expect to find flights operated by Emirates and Avianca that'll take around 42h to get from Auckland International Airport to Bogota Airport with a couple of stopovers along the way. When flying to Sao Paulo, South America, you'll find flights operated by Emirates and GOL that'll travel from Auckland to Guarulhos International Airport in just over 45h with stopovers at Kuala Lumpur Airport and Dubai Airport along the way. Emirates and GOL team up to offer flights from Auckland International Airport to Rio de Janeiro-Galeao International Airport in around 45h 30min with several stopovers along the way at Kuala Lumpur International Airport, Dubai Airport and Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport.

  • What do I need to do before my South America flight?

    Before flying to South America, keep a couple of things in mind before getting to the airport and heading on holiday. Make sure your passport is valid for at least three months after your arrival date. You'll need cash when in South America so consider exchanging your money before arriving at the airport as airport currency exchange kiosks often provide lower exchange rates. Compare flights to South America, airfare and journey time before deciding on where to go.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to South America if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to South America on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to South America?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Qantas Airways is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to South America.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in South America?

    Copiapó Desierto De Atacama is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in South America. One-way flights to Copiapó Desierto De Atacama typically cost $36, while return flights cost around $155.

  • Where does the fastest flight to South America depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to South America, Auckland Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (9 hours 55 minutes).

  • Does Bogotá El Dorado have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Bogotá El Dorado can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Bogotá El Dorado?

    Yes. Bogotá El Dorado has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Linda Habitacion Cerca Al Aeropuerto is the closest property to Bogotá El Dorado (0.0 km away from Bogotá El Dorado).

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