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Cheap flights from South America to Australia from $1,097

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 25/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BOG — SYD
15 Feb — 22 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South America to Australia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South America to Australia flight deals. Data was last updated 16 January 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,642

One-way from

$1,097

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$3,838

Good round-trip deal

$1,849 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,997 or less
6/5-2/6
  • 6/5-2/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 48h 35m total
  • South America to Australia
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25/1
  • 25/1
  • 3 total stops
  • 43h 25m total
  • South America to Australia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($759 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($109 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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Cheapest flights from South America to Australia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South America to Australia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 January 2026.

Wed 6/501:05
SCL
-
MEL
Nonstop14h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 2/614:30
MEL
-
SCL
1 stop34h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/1$1,642
Sun 22/201:10
SCL
-
MEL
Nonstop14h 15m
LATAM Airlines
Sun 19/712:00
MEL
-
SCL
Nonstop12h 45m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 14/1$1,648
Tue 11/801:35
SCL
-
MEL
1 stop18h 25m
LATAM Airlines
Sat 22/808:00
MEL
-
SCL
1 stop16h 30m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 14/1$1,656
Wed 11/301:30
SCL
-
MEL
1 stop18h 50m
LATAM Airlines
Thu 19/307:25
MEL
-
SCL
1 stop16h 35m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 14/1$1,662
Sat 21/201:25
SCL
-
MEL
1 stop32h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 10/312:30
MEL
-
SCL
Nonstop12h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/1$1,680
Sat 2/501:05
SCL
-
MEL
Nonstop14h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 2/808:15
MEL
-
SCL
1 stop16h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/1$1,681
Sun 13/901:35
SCL
-
AVV
1 stop25h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 29/906:00
AVV
-
SCL
1 stop17h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/1$1,683
Fri 6/301:10
SCL
-
MEL
Nonstop14h 15m
LATAM Airlines
Thu 19/306:30
MEL
-
SCL
1 stop17h 30m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 14/1$1,683
Sat 7/301:30
SCL
-
MEL
1 stop18h 35m
LATAM Airlines
Fri 20/312:30
MEL
-
SCL
Nonstop12h 40m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 14/1$1,687
Wed 6/501:35
SCL
-
MEL
1 stop18h 45m
LATAM Airlines
Tue 2/609:25
MEL
-
SCL
1 stop19h 30m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 14/1$1,689
Sat 14/301:10
SCL
-
MEL
Nonstop14h 15m
LATAM Airlines
Thu 30/408:15
MEL
-
SCL
1 stop16h 15m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 13/1$1,698
Wed 15/401:35
SCL
-
MEL
1 stop18h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 27/412:00
MEL
-
SCL
Nonstop12h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/1$1,699

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Customise your flight search to find flights from South America to Australia that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 16 January 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South America to Australia that are best for you.

Fly from

South America

Fly to

Australia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

SantiagoMelbourne

SCL - MEL

SCLMEL

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Wed 11/2

01:30-09:20

1 stop17h 50m

Melbourne

Thu 19/2

12:30-11:10

Nonstop12h 40m

$1,683

SantiagoMelbourne

SCL - MEL

SCLMEL

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Wed 15/4

01:35-10:20

1 stop18h 45m

Melbourne

Mon 27/4

12:00-10:45

Nonstop12h 45m

$1,699

SantiagoMelbourne

SCL - AVV

SCLAVV

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Sun 22/2

01:25-14:10

1 stop22h 45m

Melbourne Avalon

Mon 14/9

06:00-10:30

1 stop17h 30m

$1,732

Buenos AiresMelbourne

EZE - MEL

EZEMEL

Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini

Wed 4/3

14:45-05:25

2 stops24h 40m

Melbourne

Fri 3/4

13:00-18:21

1 stop19h 21m

$2,061

SantiagoMelbourne

SCL - MEL

SCLMEL

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Wed 11/3

01:10-05:25

Nonstop14h 15m

Melbourne

Thu 19/3

07:25-10:00

1 stop16h 35m

$2,121

Buenos AiresMelbourne

EZE - MEL

EZEMEL

Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini

Wed 25/3

14:45-09:35

3 stops28h 50m

Melbourne

Fri 5/6

12:00-02:45

2 stops27h 45m

$2,124

SantiagoMelbourne

SCL - MEL

SCLMEL

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Thu 18/6

01:05-05:40

Nonstop14h 35m

Melbourne

Sun 18/10

12:00-10:45

Nonstop12h 45m

$2,160

Sao PauloSydney

GRU - SYD

GRUSYD

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Mon 27/4

16:35-19:10

2 stops37h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 20/5

21:05-03:30

2 stops43h 25m

$2,173

Sao PauloSydney

GRU - SYD

GRUSYD

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Mon 1/6

04:10-19:10

2 stops50h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 7/6

21:05-17:45

2 stops57h 40m

$2,173

Sao PauloSydney

GRU - SYD

GRUSYD

Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

Sun 10/5

10:30-06:15

1 stop30h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 24/5

14:50-12:05

1 stop34h 15m

$2,183

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South America to Australia?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South America to Australia (average of $1,373). Flying from South America to Australia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,771). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

Reviews of airlines servicing Australia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Australia. 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 Australia. Reviews last updated 16 January 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with LATAM Airlines, Qantas Airways, andQatar Airways from South America to Australia by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,906 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.6

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

JC,Jan 2026

FLN - GRU

Plane was late in FLN and missed connection in GRU. No alternative was given to me until 6 hours later and I was delayed by over 12 hours total.
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,906 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,906 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.6

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

JC,Jan 2026

FLN - GRU

Plane was late in FLN and missed connection in GRU. No alternative was given to me until 6 hours later and I was delayed by over 12 hours total.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
971 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,906 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.6

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

JC,Jan 2026

FLN - GRU

Plane was late in FLN and missed connection in GRU. No alternative was given to me until 6 hours later and I was delayed by over 12 hours total.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,715 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,906 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.6

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

JC,Jan 2026

FLN - GRU

Plane was late in FLN and missed connection in GRU. No alternative was given to me until 6 hours later and I was delayed by over 12 hours total.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,165 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,906 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.6

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

JC,Jan 2026

FLN - GRU

Plane was late in FLN and missed connection in GRU. No alternative was given to me until 6 hours later and I was delayed by over 12 hours total.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,625 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,906 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.6

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

JC,Jan 2026

FLN - GRU

Plane was late in FLN and missed connection in GRU. No alternative was given to me until 6 hours later and I was delayed by over 12 hours total.

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from South America to Australia?

    Airlines like LATAM Airlines, Turkish Airlines, and Qatar Airways fly from South America to Australia in about 24h 40m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 12h 55m. South America and Australia are separated by a distance of 11594 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South America to Australia one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Qantas Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $1,195. However, be on the lookout for offers from Qatar Airways and LATAM Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from South America to Australia for a low price.

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  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South America to Australia?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South America to Australia by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South America to Australia?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South America to Australia (average of $1,373). Flying from South America to Australia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,771). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 6 airlines flying from South America to Australia

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from South America to Australia. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 16 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,634Average$2,747FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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LATAM AirlinesCheapest$1,645Average$2,877FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$2,056Average$2,792FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$2,380Average$2,544FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Air CanadaCheapest$2,621Average$3,187FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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United AirlinesCheapest$2,967Average$3,008FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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