Mercosur Air Pass: This pass provides for extensive travel on eight different airlines in Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Paraguay and Uruguay, this is an extremely economical way to visit most of South America. The pass must be purchased outside South America, but international ticketing on any airline is permitted.

One World South America: Utilizing the rather extensive route network of One World Partners primarily Lan Chile, many destinations in South America, are serviced.  This grouping uses a per route charge that is generally less costly than the scheduled service fares.

Star Alliance South America Airpass: Using the network of Star Alliance member Varig plus the regional affiliates Rio-Sul and Nordeste some extensive travel alternatives are available for reasonable fees

South America Pass: Lab Air Bolivia is offering this pass for travel throughout South America. Destinations are limited to route network but include some unique cities. Unlike many air passes this program allows travel on two flights for one coupon to travel between cities. Site in Spanish but can be translated using translation button at top of this page.

Discount Airlines: Airfares in South America have recently become less regulated and some upstart airlines are now offering very competitive fares in this region. Some of the fares offered are a better value than the Air passes listed above.  To see what airlines are offering specials use discount airline locator at link above.

Circle Pacific fares offer outstanding value if you wish to combine the Pacific journey, with a few destinations in Asia. We however only know of one program that allows travel to South America.