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$174+ Cheap flights from San José (SJO) to Lima (LIM)

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 1/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — LIM
Nov 25 — Dec 21
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The best prices from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Lima J Chavez Intl are usually found in November or February, booked 62 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from San José to Lima

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San José (SJO) 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 20, 2024.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Round-trip from

$310
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$174
(Copa Airlines)
Provider with most accurate pricing for San José Juan Santamaria Intl-Lima J Chavez Intl flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for San José Juan Santamaria Intl-Lima J Chavez Intl flights.
High demand for flights, 10% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 7% potential price drop
From San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Lima J Chavez Intl
One-way flight from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Lima J Chavez Intl

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This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/35:00 pmSJO - LIM
Nonstop3h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/103:00 amLIM - SJO
1 stop12h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$310
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Sun 12/84:08 amSJO - LIM
1 stop10h 32mCopa Airlines
Tue 12/172:35 amLIM - SJO
1 stop6h 33mCopa Airlines
Deal found 11/19$323
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 LATAM Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/275:00 pmSJO - LIM
Nonstop3h 40mLATAM Airlines
Wed 12/412:45 pmLIM - SJO
Nonstop3h 55mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 11/19$341
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/14:55 pmSJO - LIM
1 stop7h 55mAvianca
Fri 12/66:45 pmLIM - SJO
1 stop6h 30mAvianca
Deal found 11/19$348

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San JoséLima

SJO - LIM

SJOLIM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 12/3

5:00 pm-9:40 pm

Nonstop3h 40m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Tue 12/10

3:00 am-2:45 pm

1 stop12h 45m

$310

San JoséLima

SJO - LIM

SJOLIM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 1/17

4:09 am-3:40 pm

1 stop10h 31m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Thu 1/23

2:35 am-10:01 am

1 stop8h 26m

$323

San JoséLima

SJO - LIM

SJOLIM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 1/19

2:15 am-9:25 am

1 stop6h 10m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Wed 1/22

1:50 am-8:40 am

1 stop7h 50m

$325

San JoséLima

SJO - LIM

SJOLIM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 12/3

5:00 pm-9:40 pm

Nonstop3h 40m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Thu 12/12

12:45 pm-3:40 pm

Nonstop3h 55m

$341

San JoséLima

SJO - LIM

SJOLIM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 12/8

5:50 am-3:40 pm

1 stop8h 50m

$174

San JoséLima

SJO - LIM

SJOLIM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 12/28

5:00 pm-9:40 pm

Nonstop3h 40m

$183

San JoséLima

SJO - LIM

SJOLIM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 12/31

2:15 am-4:40 pm

1 stop13h 25m

$186

San JoséLima

SJO - LIM

SJOLIM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 11/25

2:52 pm-1:30 am

3 stops33h 38m

$302

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Deals found on 11/19

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San José to Lima in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*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 José, San José Province-Lima flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San José, San José Province-Lima flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San José, San José Province-Lima flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San José, San José Province-Lima flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 José, San José Province-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 José to Lima

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How far ahead should I book a flight from San José, San José Province to Lima?

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

Booking 62 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San José, San José Province to Lima. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San José, San José Province to Lima?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Lima (average of $498). Flying from San José, San José Province 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 SJO to LIM?

Find hourly flight availability from San José 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 20, 2024.

It’s optimal to fly from San José, San José Province to Lima in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 14% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San José, San José Province to Lima?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San José, San José Province to Lima flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from San José, San José Province to Lima

Explore weekly flight availability from San José to Lima. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

The most flights from SJO to LIM are scheduled on a Monday (1 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

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 20, 2024.
7.8
Good
1,785 reviews

Boarding

8.0

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Nice staff. Delayed flight and delayed parking upon arrival. Copapass didn't work so I could watch movies. Spent extra money to buy a comfortable seat but ended up being seated with a little kid so noisy while there were still many empty seats around.

7.8
Good
1,785 reviews
7.8
Good
1,785 reviews

Boarding

8.0

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Nice staff. Delayed flight and delayed parking upon arrival. Copapass didn't work so I could watch movies. Spent extra money to buy a comfortable seat but ended up being seated with a little kid so noisy while there were still many empty seats around.

7.5
Good
1,934 reviews
7.8
Good
1,785 reviews

Boarding

8.0

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Nice staff. Delayed flight and delayed parking upon arrival. Copapass didn't work so I could watch movies. Spent extra money to buy a comfortable seat but ended up being seated with a little kid so noisy while there were still many empty seats around.

7.0
Good
2,799 reviews
7.8
Good
1,785 reviews

Boarding

8.0

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Nice staff. Delayed flight and delayed parking upon arrival. Copapass didn't work so I could watch movies. Spent extra money to buy a comfortable seat but ended up being seated with a little kid so noisy while there were still many empty seats around.

6.3
Okay
8,174 reviews
7.8
Good
1,785 reviews

Boarding

8.0

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Nice staff. Delayed flight and delayed parking upon arrival. Copapass didn't work so I could watch movies. Spent extra money to buy a comfortable seat but ended up being seated with a little kid so noisy while there were still many empty seats around.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San José to Lima. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports do I use to fly from San José to Lima?

    You will need to book a flight from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Lima J Chavez Intl if you want to fly from San José to Lima. At least 6 different airlines have flights from Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) to J Chavez Intl (LIM) on a regular basis. There is 1 flight to Lima from the San José airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from SJO to LIM to be around 3h 40m.

  • How popular is this San José, San José Province to Lima flight route?

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San José, San José Province to Lima round-trip?

    According to our current data, Copa Airlines ($323), Avianca ($325), and LATAM Airlines ($341) offers the cheapest pricing from San José, San José Province to Lima. Copa Airlines is priced at 6% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San José, San José Province to Lima one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Copa Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $174. Users have also found prices from $183 and $186 on LATAM Airlines and Avianca, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San José, San José Province to Lima?

    While on average a flight from San José, San José Province to Lima is generally $376, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $172. When looking at the most popular route, (San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Lima J Chavez Intl), you can expect to pay $323 for that flight.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San José, San José Province to Lima?

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

    If you're on a layover in Panama City and looking for things to do, consider visiting Amador Causeway, Panama Canal, or Soberania National Park. 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 looking to explore during their layover in Panama City can rent a car from Panama City Tocumen Intl for about $16 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for San José, San José Province to Lima flights?

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San José 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 José, San José Province to Lima?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Lima (average of $498). Flying from San José, San José Province 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 6 airlines flying from San José to Lima

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
VolarisCheapest$174Average$333FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
ArajetCheapest$192Average$250FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AviancaCheapest$227Average$311FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Volaris Costa RicaCheapest$267Average$334FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Copa AirlinesCheapest$272Average$352FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$318Average$384FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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