About Flights to South America
Summary info about to South America flight prices, duration and airlines
Best One-Way Price | £266 |
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Best Return Price | £441 |
Fastest flight time | 10h 49m |
Operated By | 5 airlines |
Flight prices to countries in South America
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Price | £977 - £3,096 |
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| CHEAPEST COUNTRY | Venezuela | 35% cheaper | Users typically spent £534 less on flights to Venezuela |
| MOST EXPENSIVE COUNTRY | French Guiana | 105% more expensive | Users typically spent £1,585 more on trips to French Guiana |
| MOST POPULAR COUNTRY TO FLY TO | Brazil | 571% more popular | As a popular travel destination, more of our users plan to visit Brazil than any other country in South America |
Cheapest flights to cities in South America
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Cheapest flight to South America from Bogotá
Pasto
When booking a flight to South America, the best-priced flight will typically be to Pasto for £60, which is 84% less than the continental average.
Most expensive flight to South America from Bogotá
Salvador
Flights to South America are typically 64% more expensive when flying to Salvador, where the average price is £358
South America flight deals found on momondo
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Find the cheapest one-way flights to South America
If you're looking for one-way flights from United Kingdom to South America, view some of our deals below provided by Avianca, Lufthansa and TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Cheapest flight routes to South America
These routes have the cheapest flights to South America found by momondo users in United Kingdom
| Departing | Destination | Best Time | Best Price |
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| Birmingham | Cali | 34h 51m | £457 |
| London | Lima | 15h 35m | £472 |
| London | Caracas | 14h 05m | £490 |
| London | Rio de Janeiro | 20h 05m | £491 |
| London | Bogotá | 14h 10m | £507 |
| London | Quito | 16h 56m | £509 |
| London | Sao Paulo | 11h 35m | £517 |
| Birmingham | Sao Paulo | 14h 45m | £529 |
| Newcastle upon Tyne | Sao Paulo | 27h 15m | £541 |
| Manchester | Sao Paulo | 15h 05m | £549 |
| Manchester | Rio de Janeiro | 15h 10m | £550 |
| Birmingham | Caracas | 13h 25m | £552 |
| Manchester | Bogotá | 13h 35m | £552 |
| London | Medellín | 14h 25m | £556 |
| London | Santiago | 14h 35m | £559 |
| Glasgow | Barranquilla | 30h 51m | £561 |
Best things to do and see in South America
South America is the home of Rio Carnival, which takes place in Rio de Janeiro each year before Easter. Visitors who come to Rio during the Carnival will experience South American culture at its absolute pinnacle. There is dancing in the streets, amazing carnival floats and costumes, street food vendors and market stalls, live Latin music, and much, much more. The Carnival is attended by around two million people each year, so flights to South America during this period are heavily in demand. If you're looking for South America flight deals for the event, it is a good idea to book well in advance and find accommodation as early as possible. Another popular celebration in South America is the Tapati Festival, which takes place every February on Easter Island in Chile. This amazing event celebrates traditional Polynesian culture and is open to visitors. It involves Polynesian religious rites, athletic competitions between Polynesian clans, and spectacular scenery. Music lovers will also find plenty to enjoy. While live Latin music events are staged in abundance all year, South America is also home to the Renaissance and Baroque Music Festival, taking place annually in Bolivia.
South American cuisine often features a fruity blend of spices and chilli, served alongside staple foods like rice, beans, plantain, and corn. South America is also well-known for its succulent grilled meats, and seafood in its more coastal areas. If you are visiting Argentina during your stay, Don Julio's restaurant in BuenosAires serves delicious grilled and cured meats, including sausages and jerky. Meanwhile, seafood lovers should not miss out on trying fresh Peruvian ceviche and fish stock soups. Many simple rice-based meals, such as prawns and rice or chicken and rice, are also excellent in South America because of the high-quality produce and fresh ingredients available. You will also find a great range of pork dishes in Brazil. Anyone who wants to try some succulent pork-based recipes should book a table at the famous A Casa de Porco in Sao Paulo. Those who love sweet foods will also want to indulge in classic Brazilian desserts, such as churros and dulce de leche based puddings.
South America is a vast continent and has some incredible natural scenery to explore. It is also home to thriving cities like Sao Paulo and Rio de Janeiro in Brazil and BuenosAires in Argentina. Those interested in seeing spectacular natural sites can visit areas like the Amazon rain forest in Brazil, the Miraflores Cliffs in Lima, Peru, or the mountains of Bolivia. If you plan to book South America flight deals to major cities like Rio or Sao Paulo, you will also find plenty of cultural activities to enjoy. For example, Sao Paulo is home to attractions like the ParqueIbirapuera, the Museum of Football, and the Renault Theatre. Meanwhile, Rio de Janeiro boasts popular heritage sites like the Corcovado "Christ the Redeemer" statue and the Amanha science museum. Visitors who book South America flights deals in summer can also enjoy the beautiful beaches along the coast, like Copacabana Beach and the secluded bay of Morra da Urca. Perfect if you want to relax and enjoy the sun.
Passengers must have a valid UK passport to travel to South America, but you don't need a visa to visit any South American country as a tourist. Make sure that your passport has a blank page for every South American country you are visiting and that it is valid for at least six months after your arrival.
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