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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Lima to San José:

• Earliest: departs at 9:40 am and lands at 1:35 pm
• Latest: departs at 1:00 pm and lands at 4:55 pm.

The flight takes about 3h 55m.

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Lima to San José:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class

A nonstop flight from Lima to San José takes 3h 55m, covering 1,596 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 José range from $406 to $520, with an average of $458 over the past 12 months. Anything below $406 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 8% above the $458 route average. Book 20 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $448 round-trip via Bogotá El Dorado (BOG), compared to $484 for nonstop.

LATAM Airlines is the only airline operating Lima to San José flights. 90% of its flights are on time.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $65–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Airbus A320-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by LATAM Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A319 variants.

Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Lima to San José flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $401 to $2,733. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

One-way fares from Lima to San José are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $242, which is 6% below the typical average for this route.

San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport (SJO) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $30 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Priceless
• Avis
• Budget
• Alamo
• Payless

Flights from Lima to San José usually depart from Lima J Chavez Intl (LIM) and arrive at San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO).

Afternoon flights have the fewest delays on this route.

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 San José route, 10% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1h 32m.

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

• Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) - 64% of one-stop connections
• Bogotá El Dorado (BOG) - 25% of one-stop connections
• San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL) - 12% of one-stop connections
• Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 0% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 7% on flights from Lima to San José. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $440 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $470, a difference of $30.

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

Only LATAM Airlines operates flights between Lima and San José.

Flying via Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 14m, compared with 7h 18m via San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL) and 7h 23m via Bogotá El Dorado (BOG).

San José is 1 hour behind Lima (Central Time vs Peru Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in San José are Parque Metropolitano La Sabana, Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica and Museo de Oro. These are among the most viewed places in San José on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Lima to San José flights:

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

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

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

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

In general, your airline will allow you to carry one carry-on bag. If you travel on Copa Airlines, the airline requests that your carry-on baggage should easily fit in the overhead bin to reduce the need for asking for assistance during the boarding process.

Yes, you can pay for an upgrade depending on the airline and fare class. When booking a flight with LATAM Airlines, you can select a seat during the ticket purchase process at no additional cost. However, if you choose to upgrade your seat through the cabin upgrade option, fees may apply. Most airlines don't charge for seat upgrades for Premium Economy or Premium Business travelers.

You can bring your own food and non-alcoholic beverages on board a flight from Lima to San Jose. Avianca, for instance, recommends that your own food should be light and pre-packaged for easier handling and storage during the flight.

As a US Citizen, you don't need a visa to travel to San Jose, but it's essential to have an up-to-date and valid passport. You also need to have a return ticket to exit the country within 90 days or travel to another nation.