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Three cabin classes are available on flights from Lima to San Francisco:

• Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class

A nonstop flight from Lima to San Francisco takes 00m, covering 4,508 miles.

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.

Round-trip flights from Lima to San Francisco range from $626 to $819, with an average of $711 over the past 12 months. Anything below $626 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 2% above the $711 route average. Book 18 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $671 to $2,742. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

One-way fares from Lima to San Francisco are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $371, which is 6% below the typical average for this route.

San Francisco Airport (SFO) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $63 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Europcar
• Thrifty
• Dollar
• Hertz
• Fox

Flights from Lima to San Francisco usually depart from Lima J Chavez Intl (LIM) and arrive at San Francisco (SFO).

One-stop flights from Lima to San Francisco most commonly connect through:

• San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL) - 43% of one-stop connections
• Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) - 22% of one-stop connections
• Los Angeles (LAX) - 16% of one-stop connections
• Miami (MIA) - 9% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 15% on flights from Lima to San Francisco. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $683 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $795, a difference of $112.

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

Flying via San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 11h 55m, compared with 13h 35m via Los Angeles (LAX) and 13h 50m via Salt Lake City (SLC).

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

Some of the most popular sights in San Francisco are Fisherman's Wharf, Union Square and Moscone Center. These are among the most viewed places in San Francisco on KAYAK.

Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) is well-equipped to accommodate passengers with limited mobility. You’ll access different services and amenities, including wheelchair assistance, public telephones, access ramps, boarding assistance, elevators, and reserved accessible parking spaces. Contact your airline in advance for wheelchair assistance.

The Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) rapid rail is the most convenient transportation option to downtown San Francisco from SFO. It leaves the airport every 15 to 20 minutes, and the journey time to downtown San Francisco is around 30 minutes. SamTrans bus routes KX, 292, 397, and 398 offer an affordable connection to the city center. Other options include taxis, ride apps, car rentals, and shared ride vans.

For Business Class flights from Lima to San Francisco, consider booking American Airlines or United Airlines. These airlines offer this travel option on their one-stop connections. You’ll enjoy priority check-in and boarding, more space with extra legroom, premium dining on board, comfortable seats, and a special baggage allowance.

If you’re looking for a place to relax at Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) before your flight to San Francisco, you can check into Caral VIP Lounge, Hanaq VIP Lounge, or El Salon by Newrest. These lounges feature showers, comfortable spaces, TVs, free WiFi, and a selection of meals, magazines, and newspapers.