R5 751 Find Cheap Flights to South America

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Best South America Flight Deals

Cheapest return prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 72 hours
Sao Paulo
Sao PaulodirectR8 206
Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires2 stopsR14 693
Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro1 stopR12 203
Lima
Lima2 stopsR17 604
Santiago
Santiago2 stopsR14 237
Bogotá
Bogotá2 stopsR22 811
Florianopolis
Florianopolis2 stopsR24 863
Montevideo
Montevideo2 stopsR28 895
Sao Paulo
Sao PaulodirectR8 206
Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires2 stopsR14 693
Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro1 stopR12 203
Lima
Lima2 stopsR17 604
Santiago
Santiago2 stopsR14 237
Bogotá
Bogotá2 stopsR22 811
Florianopolis
Florianopolis2 stopsR24 863
Montevideo
Montevideo2 stopsR28 895

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

Thu, Aug 14 - Thu, Aug 21
LATAM Airlines Logo
15:05 - 20:25JNB-GRU
10h 20mdirect
LATAM Airlines Logo
22:45 - 12:15GRU-JNB
8h 30mdirect
R8 206LATAM Airlines
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Mon, Oct 27 - Mon, Nov 17
South African Logo
11:10 - 16:15JNB-GRU
10h 05mdirect
South African Logo
17:45 - 7:45GRU-JNB
9h 00mdirect
R8 258South African
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Thu, Oct 16 - Tue, Oct 28
South African Logo
9:50 - 15:25JNB-GRU
10h 35mdirect
South African Logo
18:05 - 22:25GRU-JNB
23h 20m1 stop
R8 293South African
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Thu, Aug 14 - Thu, Aug 21
LATAM Airlines Logo
15:05 - 20:25JNB-GRU
10h 20mdirect
LATAM Airlines Logo
22:45 - 12:15GRU-JNB
8h 30mdirect
R8 381LATAM Airlines
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Thu, Aug 14 - Thu, Aug 21
TAAG Logo
16:40 - 15:05JNB-GRU
27h 25m1 stop
TAAG Logo
18:15 - 23:30GRU-JNB
24h 15m1 stop
R9 135TAAG
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Thu, Aug 14 - Fri, Aug 22
TAAG Logo
0:45 - 15:05JNB-GRU
19h 20m1 stop
TAAG Logo
18:05 - 14:40GRU-JNB
15h 35m1 stop
R9 240TAAG
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Sun, Aug 10 - Fri, Aug 15
Emirates Logo
13:25 - 20:45JNB-EZE
36h 20m2 stops
Emirates Logo
22:15 - 5:30EZE-JNB
50h 15m2 stops
R22 250Emirates
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Sun, Aug 10 - Fri, Aug 15
Emirates Logo
18:25 - 20:45CPT-EZE
31h 20m2 stops
Emirates Logo
22:15 - 16:50EZE-CPT
37h 35m2 stops
R23 057Emirates
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Sat, Aug 16 - Sat, Aug 23
Qatar Airways Logo
13:55 - 13:35JNB-SDU
28h 40m2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
20:20 - 16:10SDU-JNB
38h 50m2 stops
R25 424Qatar Airways
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Sun, Aug 17 - Sun, Aug 24
Qatar Airways Logo
13:55 - 13:40JNB-SDU
28h 45m2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
20:20 - 9:35SDU-JNB
32h 15m2 stops
R28 457Qatar Airways
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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 South Africa found in the last 72 hours was to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport, at R486 return. The most popular route is Cape Town (CPT) to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport (GRU) and the cheapest return airline ticket found on this route in the last 72 hours was R486.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from South Africa 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 South Africa to South America is February, when tickets cost R22 022 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are August and December, when the average cost of round-trip tickets is R31 297 and R29 754 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from South Africa 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 the flight from South Africa to South America, you should book around 2 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 13 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 Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Airport (GRU), with an average flight price of R10 965.


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Low seasonMay
High seasonDecember
Cheapest flightR5 751
Best time to beat the crowds (9% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (15% more expensive on average)
Flight from Johannesburg to Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport

FAQs - booking South America flights

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

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from South Africa 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 South Africa 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 South Africa 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 South Africa 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 South Africa 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 Thursday when return tickets can be as cheap as R14 112. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Wednesday, when return prices are R21 753 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 round-trip flights cost R676 on average. Morning departures are around 22% cheaper than evening flights, on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to South America is generally at night, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is R1 003.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to South America

  • Enter your preferred departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest South America flight deals.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying to South America

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from South Africa 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.
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EmiratesOverall score based on 3287 reviews
8,0Comfort
8,2Entertainment
7,8Food
8,3Crew
8,1Boarding
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Delayed and missed connecting flight. But Emirates took care until next day flight. Thank you

8,0 ExcellentAnonymous, Jun 2025HYD - DXB
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Delayed and missed connecting flight. But Emirates took care until next day flight. Thank you

Wifi was not operational for the whole trip. Other than this, flight was well received .

Emirates is superb service. The A380 was very comfortable. The cabin crew is really helpful

First time and very memorable, the finest flying experience ive ever had

Boarding for business class passengers can be improved. Also, when debarking the aircraft, Economy passengers are let off first due the way the configuration of the cabin upstairs.

The boarding process was smooth and the stewardesses were nice. Some delays with drinks at the end of the flight, but no issues.

Comfort good. Service as usual poor. Cabin temperature as usual too cold, about 15 degrees

The plane was clean and well maintained the crew members were professionals and friendly and the food was good

Loved that I had an exit row seat, and there was no one else in the row! And again, I don' use on-line entertainment at all (I read or sleep) but I very much appreciate that I didn't hear anyone else's entertainment!

Flight was pathetic, felt like a old plane was modified and brought in service. Didnt like the aircraft at all. Crew and services were good.but aircraft totally dissappointment.

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.

Our flight was cancelled and it took them 5 hours to reschedule and the next morning they said we still didn’t have a new ticket.

We departed and landed on time, the aircraft was clean and comfortable, the crew were lovely. Online checkin worked well and the self service bag drop at the airport worked well. The a/c was an Airbus A330 and has been fitted with a good entertainment system with lots of choice in many languages. The price I paid for the flight was competitive with other airlines apart from the budget carriers, none of whom I was familiar with so I stuck to an airline I have used in previous visits to South America.

We didn’t have any entertainment. I tried to go online without success. The airplane was extremely cold and they didn’t have blankets.

Not sure why there are so many security checks at this airport. Consistently annoying showing passport over and over, checking carryons at gate all the while trying to make tight connection. Basically it was uncomfortable crowded cabin with meidiocre service

Change of gate in Santiago devolved into half plus hour delay and a really tight connection in Lima

Plane never left the ground. Mech issues - entire trip was rerouted through united.

I liked everything, this was classed as premium economy but it was much better than Lufthansas business class. Lovely staff, comfortable plane and an excellent seat arrangement. A very pleasant surprise.

The food options were beef or veg, No alternatives for Hindus, that don't eat beef...

Flight was on time Seats ( business class) are terrible- you keep on slipping down as it doesn’t lie flat Food service is like economy class. Meals ( still wrapped in plastic) are just dropped in front of you

On time flight; otherwise not impressed by the check- in- purchased business class and the aircraft was downgraded; no refund given for the difference. Told I could access the lounge due to the above and was questioned by the lounge check- in person who was not friendly

Flight was cancelled with no notification until I reached the check-in desk at the airport. I also got downgraded and they lost my luggage.

Very bad. Linda the hostess was very rude all the time

Very bad, Linda the hostess was very rude all the time

The flight SA227 on 2nd March Sao Paulo to Cape Town was delayed by 3 hours. All other flights leaving Sao Paulo left on time. We were told that we were waiting for push back and a routing from Air traffic control. I don't believe this, what was the real reason for the flight delay?

I think more immigration officers at Or Tambo- I spent 90 mins in a queue before I can assisted and most people missed their appointments and meetings

Not sure it was a basic airline so nothing much to like but what was annoying was they delayed so much we missed our connecting flight and we had to almost fight to be out on the next flight and also even get food

Everything the crew werr nice and helpful plus the food was good

United was best airlines I have seen since I got there choose united airlines

No Asian Vegetarian food was available on this sector but only fish and chicken and pasta were offered.

For Vegetarian Food was very poor. Though we had opted for Asian Vegetarian Food they didn’t serve but only what was available was served. We were offered Smoked Salmon!

Flight was delayed an hour. Also, I bought an extra legroom seat online; but the actually plane was a different configuration so I didn't get what I paid for . This happened on the Addis to Lusaka leg of my trip.

Needs improvement because some of the tvs and charging ports weren’t working

The plane was overbooked and the crew was very rude. My luggage was never put on the plane. I got to NY and waited 2 hours just to find out that my luggage was left.

Very bad experience flight was over 5 hours delayed 😑 not a chance to be put on another flight we had to stay at the hotel we lost 2 days on our vacation. Never again I will fligh with Ethiopian airlines.

The flight delayef for over 2 hours so my route was changed leading to arriving to my destination without my luggage

The ailine departed and arrived late foe every leg of the trip, causing myself and my travel companions to miss every connecting flight. It was very unorganized given theat there was a lot of miscommunication. The flights offered are unrealistic and when you call they assure you that the plane waits for you. I missed an. entire day of my vacation and any entire day of rest back home because of the airline. I do not plan to support the airline again. Thank you

I liked nothing of Ethiopian airlines except the price of the fare.

Short lay-overs and total flight times. Everything else could have been better.

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