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$353+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Lima (LIM)

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SFO — LIM
Nov 26 — Dec 31
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The best prices from San Francisco to Lima J Chavez Intl are usually found in April or October, booked 73 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Lima (LIM). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Round-trip from

$598
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$353
(Copa Airlines)
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Francisco-Lima J Chavez Intl flight deals.
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High demand for flights, 33% potential price rise
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From San Francisco to Lima J Chavez Intl
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Lima
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Lima. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 21, 2024.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/36:00 amSFO - LIM
2 stops19h 42mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/91:50 amLIM - SFO
1 stop13h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$638
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/711:55 pmSFO - LIM
1 stop21h 00mUnited Airlines
Wed 2/51:50 amLIM - SFO
1 stop18h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/20$683
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/2512:33 amSFO - LIM
1 stop21h 47mCopa Airlines
Sun 12/151:15 pmLIM - SFO
1 stop13h 03mCopa Airlines
Deal found 11/21$699
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/91:20 pmSFO - LIM
1 stop11h 10mAvianca
Wed 12/256:50 pmLIM - SFO
2 stops30h 05mAvianca
Deal found 11/21$703
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/2712:17 amSFO - LIM
2 stops18h 13mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/412:45 amLIM - SFO
2 stops17h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/21$728
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/221:13 pmSFO - LIM
1 stop31h 37mAeromexico
Thu 12/51:20 amLIM - SFO
2 stops35h 58mAeromexico
Deal found 11/21$769
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/256:00 amSFO - LIM
2 stops23h 15mLATAM Airlines
Fri 12/612:00 pmLIM - SFO
1 stop12h 13mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 11/20$815

Find flights from San Francisco to Lima within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Lima 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 2,612,795 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

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San FranciscoLima

SFO - LIM

SFOLIM

San Francisco

Tue 2/4

9:15 am-5:09 am

2 stops16h 54m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Tue 3/11

7:00 am-11:08 pm

2 stops18h 08m

$598

San FranciscoLima

SFO - LIM

SFOLIM

San Francisco

Mon 1/13

9:10 pm-10:48 pm

3 stops46h 38m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Tue 2/11

11:56 pm-9:59 pm

3 stops25h 03m

$624

San FranciscoLima

SFO - LIM

SFOLIM

San Francisco

Mon 2/3

12:44 am-3:40 pm

1 stop11h 56m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Fri 2/14

10:40 am-11:24 pm

1 stop15h 44m

$631

San FranciscoLima

SFO - LIM

SFOLIM

San Francisco

Thu 3/20

2:20 pm-3:30 am

1 stop11h 10m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Wed 4/2

6:45 am-10:35 pm

2 stops17h 50m

$633

San FranciscoLima

SFO - LIM

SFOLIM

San Francisco

Mon 3/10

6:00 am-8:55 pm

1 stop12h 55m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Tue 3/18

12:10 pm-12:24 am

1 stop14h 14m

$643

San FranciscoLima

SFO - LIM

SFOLIM

San Francisco

Fri 4/11

5:45 pm-7:25 am

1 stop11h 40m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Sat 4/19

12:00 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop13h 30m

$655

San FranciscoLima

SFO - LIM

SFOLIM

San Francisco

Wed 4/23

6:25 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop26h 35m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Wed 5/7

12:55 am-11:55 pm

1 stop25h 00m

$667

San FranciscoLima

SFO - LIM

SFOLIM

San Francisco

Mon 1/13

7:05 am-11:50 pm

1 stop13h 45m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Tue 1/21

1:20 am-11:30 am

1 stop13h 10m

$721

San FranciscoLima

SFO - LIM

SFOLIM

San Francisco

Thu 11/28

12:33 am-10:45 pm

1 stop19h 12m

$353

San FranciscoLima

SFO - LIM

SFOLIM

San Francisco

Mon 12/9

11:59 pm-2:45 pm

2 stops35h 46m

$355

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Compare providers for flights from San Francisco to Lima

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Francisco to Lima in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Lima flights, users find the pricing of AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Lima flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Lima flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Lima flights, Cheapflights users trust AranGrant the most. AranGrant has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Francisco-Lima flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Travel insights for flights from San Francisco to Lima

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from San Francisco to Lima including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Lima?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Lima. Price data was last updated on November 15, 2024.

The price you pay for your flight from San Francisco to Lima may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 73 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Lima?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Lima (average of $498). Flying from San Francisco to Lima in July is currently the most expensive (average of $713). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SFO to LIM?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Lima. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

When flying from San Francisco to Lima, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 3% versus a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Lima?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Lima. Price data was last updated on November 18, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Lima flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Lima by month

Plan your trip to Lima by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Lima ranges from 0.0 - 0.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 0.0 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Lima when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Lima by month

Plan your trip to Lima by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Lima, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 62.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Lima

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Lima. 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 Lima. Reviews last updated November 21, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with American Airlines, Copa Airlines and Avianca from San Francisco to Lima have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good
8,755 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

8.0
Very good
8,755 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,755 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

7.8
Good
1,779 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,755 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

7.5
Good
1,932 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,755 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

7.5
Good
2,004 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,755 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

7.4
Good
9,172 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,755 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Lima round-trip?

    Flying on American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Lima, with prices starting at $598. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Copa Airlines and Avianca, with the lowest prices starting at $631 and $633, respectively. Users have found that American Airlines is 18% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to Lima one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Copa Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $353. United Airlines flights start at $362 while deals on American Airlines start at $363 one-way.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San Francisco to Lima?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Los Angeles?

    If you're on a layover in Los Angeles and looking for things to do, consider visiting Hollywood Bowl, Hollywood Walk of Fame, or L.A. Live. Hollywood Bowl, Hollywood Walk of Fame, and L.A. Live can be visited by traveling about 12.5 mi, 11.7 mi, and 10.8 mi respectively from Los Angeles. Those on a layover in Los Angeles in need of a rental car can book one at Los Angeles for about $43.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Panama City?

    Panama City travelers tend to visit Amador Causeway, Panama Canal, and Soberania National Park more than any other notable places. Those on a layover in Panama City interested in visiting Amador Causeway, Panama Canal, or Soberania National Park can do so by traveling 14.7 mi, 15.1 mi, and 18.4 mi, respectively from Panama City Tocumen Intl. Those on a layover in Panama City in need of a rental car can book one at Panama City Tocumen Intl for about $16.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a layover in San Salvador?

    San Salvador travelers tend to visit Centro Historico de San Salvador, Catedral Metropolitana de San Salvador, and Monsenor Romero Center more than any other attractions. Centro Historico de San Salvador, Catedral Metropolitana de San Salvador, and Monsenor Romero Center can be accessed by traveling approximately 19.7 mi, 19.7 mi, and 20.1 mi, respectively from San Salvador El Salvador Intl. Those on a layover in San Salvador in need of a rental car can book one at San Salvador El Salvador Intl for about $37.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for San Francisco to Lima flights?

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Lima that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Francisco to Lima flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Lima?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Francisco to Lima.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco to Lima?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to Lima 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 San Francisco to Lima?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Lima (average of $498). Flying from San Francisco to Lima in July is currently the most expensive (average of $713). 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 8 airlines flying from San Francisco to Lima

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to Lima. 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 2,612,795 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetBlueCheapest$210Average$572FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
AviancaCheapest$479Average$707FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$483Average$752FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$487Average$761FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$497Average$784FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$534Average$704FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$547Average$737FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
AeromexicoCheapest$662Average$857FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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