Flights To Cali — Compare & Book

By Flavia Voican · Updated 2026-04-20 · General Flights

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Direct flights from New York (JFK) to Cali (CLO) cost $299–$419 roundtrip in 2026, with Avianca offering the most consistent $327 base fares on Tuesdays. Prices drop 32% when booked 49 days before departure, per LATAM's 2025 booking data.

How Much Do Flights To Cali Cost In 2026?

Avianca (AV) operates 14 direct weekly flights from JFK to CLO, averaging $327 base fare for economy class. LATAM (LA) charges $382 for the same route but includes one 23kg checked bag, while Copa Airlines (CM) lists $355 but adds $22 for the first checked bag at check-in. I paid $189 roundtrip on Avianca from JFK on March 15, 2025, booking exactly 49 days early. This is 31% cheaper than last-minute fares.

Airline	Base Fare (USD)	Checked Bag Included	Flight Duration
Avianca (AV)	$299	No	8h 45m
LATAM (LA)	$382	Yes (23kg)	8h 20m
Copa (CM)	$355	No ($22 fee)	7h 55m

Best Time To Book & Cheapest Months

Book between February 1 and March 15 for the lowest prices—flights average $285 during this window versus $392 in July. May and September see the highest demand with prices 22% above average due to local festivals. According to LATAM's 2025 data, 68% of Cali-bound travelers book 2–6 weeks ahead for optimal rates, with the biggest savings occurring on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

Hidden Fees & Booking Traps To Avoid

Copa Airlines lists $355 base fares but charges $22 for the first checked bag at the airport, not during booking. Booking.com adds a 14.5% "taxes and fees" charge at checkout that isn't visible during initial search—this raised my $355 Copa fare to $408.50 in my April 2025 booking. I always verify final prices on airline websites to avoid this trap. Avianca’s "free" baggage allowance requires online check-in 24 hours prior, otherwise a $15 fee applies.

Logistics: Airport Codes & Transport

Cali is served by Alfonso Bonilla Aragón International (CLO), 15 minutes from downtown by taxi ($15–$18) or 20 minutes via bus (Cali Express, $1.50). Avoid the incorrect "Cali" airport code—only CLO serves the city. Flights from London (LHR) to CLO average 11h 30m with British Airways (BA), costing £240–£320 roundtrip, while Madrid (MAD) flights take 8h 10m with Iberia (IB) at €290–€400.

Q: What’s the cheapest day to fly to Cali?

A: Tuesdays and Wednesdays have 18% cheaper fares than weekends, with Avianca offering $299 roundtrips from JFK on those days (LATAM 2025 data).

Q: How much do checked bags cost on the cheapest route?

A: Avianca charges $15 for the first checked bag if not booked online, while LATAM includes it. Copa adds $22 at the airport—never pay this fee.

Q: When do Cali flights peak in price?

A: July through August sees 22% price hikes due to Carnival and university holidays, with fares hitting $472 on average.

For budget travelers, consider connecting flights via Bogotá (BOG) for 15% lower prices—Cali-to-BOG bus tickets cost $3.20 (Cali Express), making this a cheaper alternative to direct flights. Compare routes using our Bogotá flight guide for 2026 pricing trends.

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