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Cheapest round-trip
$753
Typical prices: $711-$973
Volaris
Tue 12/11Wed 3/14
LIM - LAX • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$1,074
Typical prices: $758-$1,074
LATAM Airlines
Mon 2/5Mon 2/26
LIM - LAX • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with LATAM Airlines. Average duration is 8h 58m
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Most punctual • 92% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 20 weeks in advance save around 16% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 12% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $448 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 11h 41m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Lima to Los Angeles (LIM-LAX)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Lima to Los Angeles

Fri, Dec 11 - Sun, Mar 14
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6:04 am - 10:50 pmLIM  Lima J Chavez Intl-LAX Los Angeles
19h 46m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez
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10:10 am - 4:55 amLAX  Los Angeles-LIM Lima J Chavez Intl
16h 45m2 stops Guadalajara Miguel Hidal Mexico City Benito Juarez
$753Multiple Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Thu, Dec 10
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6:04 am - 10:50 pmLIM  Lima J Chavez Intl-LAX Los Angeles
19h 46m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez
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4:16 pm - 4:55 amLAX  Los Angeles-LIM Lima J Chavez Intl
33h 39m2 stops Denver Intl Mexico City Benito Juarez
$753Multiple Airlines
Thu, Dec 17 - Tue, Dec 29
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7:25 am - 9:50 pmLIM  Lima J Chavez Intl-LAX Los Angeles
17h 25m2 stops Bogotá El Dorado San Salvador El Salvador Intl
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12:20 am - 10:05 pmLAX  Los Angeles-LIM Lima J Chavez Intl
18h 45m2 stops Guatemala City La Aurora Bogotá El Dorado
$869Avianca
Tue, Jan 19 - Fri, Feb 5
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7:25 am - 9:25 pmLIM  Lima J Chavez Intl-LAX Los Angeles
17h 00m2 stops Bogotá El Dorado San Salvador El Salvador Intl
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11:00 pm - 4:50 pmLAX  Los Angeles-LIM Lima J Chavez Intl
14h 50m2 stops San Salvador El Salvador Intl Bogotá El Dorado
$870Avianca
Mon, Dec 21 - Tue, Mar 2
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2:35 am - 10:47 pmLIM  Lima J Chavez Intl-LAX Los Angeles
23h 12m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
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11:15 am - 6:05 pmLAX  Los Angeles-LIM Lima J Chavez Intl
27h 50m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
$888Copa Airlines
Thu, Feb 11 - Sat, Feb 27
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2:15 am - 11:57 amLIM  Lima J Chavez Intl-LAX Los Angeles
12h 42m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
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1:25 am - 1:20 amLAX  Los Angeles-LIM Lima J Chavez Intl
20h 55m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
$891Copa Airlines
Tue, Jan 19 - Fri, Feb 5
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1:30 pm - 10:15 amLIM  Lima J Chavez Intl-LAX Los Angeles
23h 45m1 stop Miami
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8:35 pm - 8:10 amLAX  Los Angeles-LIM Lima J Chavez Intl
8h 35mnonstop
$1,061LATAM Airlines
Wed, Dec 16 - Wed, Jan 6
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1:15 am - 9:41 pmLIM  Lima J Chavez Intl-LAX Los Angeles
23h 26m1 stop Miami
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8:35 pm - 8:10 amLAX  Los Angeles-LIM Lima J Chavez Intl
8h 35mnonstop
$1,062LATAM Airlines
Mon, Apr 5 - Fri, Apr 16
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12:00 pm - 7:00 pmLIM  Lima J Chavez Intl-LAX Los Angeles
9h 00mnonstop
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11:35 am - 10:10 pmLAX  Los Angeles-LIM Lima J Chavez Intl
8h 35mnonstop
$1,101Delta
Fri, Nov 27 - Tue, Dec 1
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12:50 am - 6:45 amLIM  Lima J Chavez Intl-LAX Los Angeles
8h 55mnonstop
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8:35 pm - 8:10 amLAX  Los Angeles-LIM Lima J Chavez Intl
8h 35mnonstop
$1,101Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Lima to Los Angeles flights

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Lima to Los Angeles?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Lima to Los Angeles. It’s 4% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 1% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Lima to Los Angeles?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Lima to Los Angeles at $715 round-trip.
•July ($946) and June ($909) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 32% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Lima to Los Angeles the cheapest?

Flights from Lima to Los Angeles are cheapest 20 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 16% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Lima to Los Angeles

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Expert on LATAM Airlines and LIM

Marisa knows planes inside and out, spending 16 years working on aircraft in hangars at airports around the world. She is an aviation industry expert, specialized in airline interiors and regulations. Ten years ago, she pivoted to journalism. She shares her insights in leading aviation, travel, and business publications and on her site FlightChic.

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Stefanie Waldek

Expert on Delta and LAX

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

Key details for Lima to Los Angeles flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

$382
Beat the crowds with an average 24% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 35% increase in travelers.
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When to book flights from Lima to Los Angeles

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Your Lima to Los Angeles flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Lima to Los Angeles?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Lima to Los Angeles:

    • Earliest: departs at 12:50 am and lands at 9:48 am
    • Latest: departs at 12:00 pm and lands at 8:58 pm.

    The flight takes about 8h 58m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Lima to Los Angeles?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Lima to Los Angeles:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Lima to Los Angeles?

    A nonstop flight from Lima to Los Angeles takes 8h 58m, covering 4,173 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Lima to Los Angeles?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Lima to Los Angeles flight?

    Round-trip flights from Lima to Los Angeles range from $711 to $973, with an average of $810 over the past 12 months. Anything below $711 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Lima to Los Angeles flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 8% above the $810 route average. Book 20 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Lima to Los Angeles?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $448 round-trip via Fort Lauderdale (FLL), compared to $889 for nonstop.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Lima to Los Angeles?

    LATAM Airlines is the only airline operating Lima to Los Angeles flights. 92% of its flights are on time.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Lima to Los Angeles?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $50–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Lima to Los Angeles?

    The Boeing 767-300 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by LATAM Airlines and Delta. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner variants.

  • How are flight departures from Lima to Los Angeles spread across the day?

    Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Lima to Los Angeles flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Night departures account for 50%, morning flights for 0%, and evening flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Lima to Los Angeles changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $753 to $3,159. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Lima to Los Angeles flights?

    Delta is the only airline on the Lima to Los Angeles route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

  • How are flight prices from Lima to Los Angeles looking right now?

    One-way fares from Lima to Los Angeles are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $606, which is 24% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Los Angeles Airport (LAX)?

    Los Angeles Airport (LAX) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $49 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Ace
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz
    • Alamo
    • Dollar

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Lima to Los Angeles?

    Flights from Lima to Los Angeles usually depart from Lima J Chavez Intl (LIM) and arrive at Los Angeles (LAX).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Lima to Los Angeles?

    Night flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Lima to Los Angeles?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Lima to Los Angeles route, 8% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 3h 55m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Lima to Los Angeles pass through?

    One-stop flights from Lima to Los Angeles most commonly connect through:

    • Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) - 55% of one-stop connections
    • San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL) - 26% of one-stop connections
    • Miami (MIA) - 9% of one-stop connections
    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 4% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Lima to Los Angeles?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 6% on flights from Lima to Los Angeles. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $779 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $822, a difference of $43.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What airlines fly from Lima to Los Angeles?

    Only LATAM Airlines operates flights between Lima and Los Angeles.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Lima to Los Angeles?

    Flying via San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 11h 41m, compared with 12h 06m via Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) and 12h 52m via Cancun (CUN).

  • What is the time difference between Lima and Los Angeles?

    Los Angeles is 2 hours behind Lima (Pacific Time vs Peru Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Los Angeles?

    Some of the most popular sights in Los Angeles are Venice Beach, Los Angeles Convention Center and Crypto.com Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Los Angeles on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Lima to Los Angeles flights?

    Among airlines operating Lima to Los Angeles flights:

    • LATAM Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Delta: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Lima to Los Angeles flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • LATAM Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • JetBlue: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

  • Which airlines fly sustainably from Lima to Los Angeles?

    On average, each passenger flying from Lima to Los Angeles emits about 2912 kg of CO2. American Airlines, Aeromexico, and Copa Airlines fly some of the most sustainable flights to Los Angeles from Lima. These airlines operate two-stop, one-stop, and non-stop flights from Lima to Los Angeles and emit about 23%, 21%, and 21% less carbon, respectively, than the other major airlines flying the same route.

  • What are the common layover options for flights from Lima to Los Angeles?

    Several airlines offer nonstop flights from Lima to Los Angeles. However, flights with at least one layover en route are also available. The layover options for these flights differ from one airline to the other. If you’re flying from LIM to LAX with American Airlines, expect a single layover in either Dallas Fort Worth (DFW) or Miami International Airport (MIA). Passengers flying with Aeromexico will have a single stop in Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX), while those flying with Copa Airlines will have a layover in Panama City Tocumen International (PTY).

  • How can travelers get to Los Angeles city center from Los Angeles International Airport?

    Los Angeles city center is about 18 miles from the airport. The Metro offers one of the most affordable ways to reach the city center from the airport. Free shuttles connect the airport to Aviation Station Green Line, where you can take the metro and transfer to the Blue Line in Willowbrook. It runs every 10 to 20 minutes from 4 am to 1 am and takes about 1h 20min to complete the trip. FlyAway Bus runs every 30min from 5:40 am to 11:40 pm and takes about 30min to get to downtown Los Angeles.

  • Is there a hotel at Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport?

    Yes. Costa del Sol Wyndham Lima Airport is across the terminal building so you won't require shuttle transportation. The hotel offers rooms for overnight stays, while day rooms are available from 10 am to 6 pm. Booking a stay here grants you access to paid private parking, a sauna, conference facilities, a bar/ lounge, a business center, and free Wi-Fi.

Your guide to booking Lima to Los Angeles flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $779, about $43 less than Sunday fares (5% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 20 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 16% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Lima to Los Angeles trip for February. Fares historically average $715 round-trip in that month - typically $231 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $448 round-trip on this route - about $441 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Los Angeles Airport.

    • Sonesta Los Angeles Airport LAX
    • Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel
    • Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport
  • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) has nine terminals, 1-8, and the TBIT Terminal. The TBIT Terminal and Terminals 4 to 8 are linked by airside walkways. Shuttle buses offer landslide terminal connections.
  • Los Angeles Airport offers the Pets Unstressing Passengers Program. It helps create a less stressful environment at LAX. The handlers and therapy dogs running the program wear red vests.
  • Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) consists of a single Main Terminal Building that houses most of the airport facilities. Travelers can easily get around the airport, thanks to walkways and elevators that link the facilities.
  • LAX offers baby care facilities. Nursing rooms are near Gate 13 in Terminal 1, Gate 33 in Terminal 3, and Gates 23 and 21B in Terminal 2.
  • Exchange some notes at Lima Airport before flying out. Interbank Money Exchange offers currency exchange services on the First Floor Airside of the Terminal Building and the Second Floor Landslide of the Terminal Building. World Xchange operates in the Arrivals Area on the First Floor.

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Los Angeles to Lima J Chavez Intl

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