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$1,043+ Cheap flights to South America

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Flights to South America in 2025

Find the latest flights to South America in 2025, 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 27 March 2025.

Return from

$2,172

One-way from

$1,043

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$2,560

Good round-trip deal

$2,361 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,235 or less
LATAM Airlines
  • LATAM Airlines
  • 18/5-1/6
  • 3 total stops
  • 45h 20m total
  • Auckland to Lima
LATAM Airlines
  • LATAM Airlines
  • 19/7
  • Nonstop
  • 11h 10m total
  • Auckland to South America
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($830 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($150 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for return flights in March 2025
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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Wed 21/519:10AKL - SCL
Nonstop11h 10mLATAM Airlines
Tue 27/500:40SCL - AKL
Nonstop12h 35mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 25/3$1,989
Tue 22/707:30AKL - SCL
1 stop19h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 7/800:45SCL - AKL
1 stop22h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/3$2,012
Fri 28/1119:55AKL - BOG
2 stops50h 25mAir Canada
Fri 16/109:00BOG - AKL
2 stops56h 00mAir Canada
Deal found 25/3$2,069
Mon 12/519:10AKL - AEP
1 stop15h 30mLATAM Airlines
Mon 26/515:40AEP - AKL
1 stop22h 35mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 25/3$2,161
Sun 18/507:30AKL - SCL
1 stop18h 35mQantas Airways
Sun 1/612:35SCL - AKL
1 stop20h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 26/3$2,163
Sun 18/519:10AKL - LIM
1 stop17h 30mLATAM Airlines
Sun 1/617:15LIM - AKL
2 stops27h 50mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 26/3$2,172
Mon 12/506:10AKL - EZE
2 stops27h 02mMultiple Airlines
Mon 26/519:13EZE - AKL
1 stop19h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/3$2,303
Mon 8/919:10AKL - GRU
1 stop25h 25mLATAM Airlines
Wed 8/1014:25GRU - AKL
1 stop23h 50mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 26/3$2,330
Thu 8/513:25AKL - SCL
2 stops57h 20mCathay Pacific
Tue 20/522:45SCL - AKL
2 stops44h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 27/3$2,336
Mon 12/519:10AKL - GIG
1 stop18h 20mLATAM Airlines
Mon 26/515:20GIG - AKL
2 stops22h 55mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 25/3$2,357
Mon 7/706:10AKL - LIM
2 stops26h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 31/720:25LIM - AKL
2 stops39h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/3$2,360
Mon 12/519:10AKL - AEP
2 stops38h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 26/521:05AEP - AKL
2 stops27h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/3$2,379

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Route

Departure

Return

Price

AucklandSantiago

AKL - SCL

AKLSCL

Auckland Intl

Wed 21/5

19:10-14:20

Nonstop11h 10m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Tue 27/5

00:40-05:15

Nonstop12h 35m

$1,989

AucklandSantiago

AKL - SCL

AKLSCL

Auckland Intl

Tue 22/7

07:30-11:00

1 stop19h 30m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Thu 7/8

00:45-15:05

1 stop22h 20m

$2,012

AucklandBuenos Aires

AKL - AEP

AKLAEP

Auckland Intl

Mon 12/5

19:10-19:40

1 stop15h 30m

Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery

Mon 26/5

15:40-05:15

1 stop22h 35m

$2,161

AucklandSantiago

AKL - SCL

AKLSCL

Auckland Intl

Sun 18/5

07:30-10:05

1 stop18h 35m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Sun 1/6

12:35-00:35

1 stop20h 00m

$2,163

AucklandLima

AKL - LIM

AKLLIM

Auckland Intl

Sun 18/5

19:10-19:40

1 stop17h 30m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Sun 1/6

17:15-14:05

2 stops27h 50m

$2,172

AucklandBuenos Aires

AKL - EZE

AKLEZE

Auckland Intl

Mon 12/5

06:10-18:12

2 stops27h 02m

Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini

Mon 26/5

19:13-05:15

1 stop19h 02m

$2,303

AucklandSao Paulo

AKL - GRU

AKLGRU

Auckland Intl

Mon 8/9

19:10-05:35

1 stop25h 25m

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Wed 8/10

14:25-06:15

1 stop23h 50m

$2,330

AucklandSantiago

AKL - SCL

AKLSCL

Auckland Intl

Thu 8/5

13:25-06:45

2 stops57h 20m

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Tue 20/5

22:45-11:40

2 stops44h 55m

$2,336

AucklandRio de Janeiro

AKL - GIG

AKLGIG

Auckland Intl

Mon 12/5

19:10-22:30

1 stop18h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 26/5

15:20-05:15

2 stops22h 55m

$2,357

AucklandLima

AKL - LIM

AKLLIM

Auckland Intl

Mon 7/7

06:10-15:30

2 stops26h 20m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Thu 31/7

20:25-05:15

2 stops39h 50m

$2,360

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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Best time to book a flight to South America

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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 29 hours 41 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.

When is the cheapest time to fly to South America?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Auckland to South America. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Users looking for the lowest fares to South America should consider flying on Thursday mornings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Wednesday mornings, when prices are usually at their highest.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to South America?

The cheapest airlines flying from Auckland to South America are American Airlines, LATAM Airlines and Air Canada.

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 27 March 2025.
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 27 March 2025.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.

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, American Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to South America.

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

    Bogotá El Dorado is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in South America. One-way flights to Bogotá El Dorado typically cost $59, while return flights cost around $135.

  • How much is a return flight to South America?

    A return flight to South America will typically cost around $592, however they can be found for as little as $588.

  • 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 (11 hours 5 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. Bogotá Kings 101 is the closest property to Bogotá El Dorado (0.0 km away from Bogotá El Dorado).

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