STA Travel Bugs: Cheapest South American flights?
When you’re deciding on an itinerary for a trip, the simple, logical strategies can often get overlooked. I’m the worst for this. I get carried away thinking about making an impact with my first stop - dropping straight into a sunny cultural hot-spot to make sure I start on a high - rather than considering more sensible choices.
So I pricked up my silly little ears when I saw this Travellerspoint thread. Notting wants to visit South America but doesn’t care where he starts, so:
I just wondered which country has the cheapest flights. I’m easy going on which country I start in really.
There are a few suggestions over in the forum already, so check them out - but not before you’ve read Andrew’s take on it. He’s the latest expert loaned to us from STA Travel Birmingham; read his wise words here…
Hi Notting.
In answer to your question, flight prices to South America are not simply dependent on destination but are also affected by your season of travel and the availability of seats. However, as a general rule the cheapest places to fly to are Brazil (usually Sao Paulo but sometimes Rio) or the north of the conintent (usually Caracas in Venezuela).
Although there are sometimes low season specials for under £500 you’re more likely to find low season prices starting at £500-£600.
I hope this helps. My contact number is 0121 472 4770, so feel free to call me if you need anything else.
Andrew
STA Travel
Birmingham
