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Cheapest round-trip
$660
Typical prices: $576-$751
LATAM Airlines
Sun 10/25Thu 10/29
SFO - LIM • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$370
Typical prices: $291-$454
Copa Airlines
Tue 8/11
SFO - LIM • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between San Francisco and Lima. You'll need at least 1 connection.
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Cheapest • Avg $868 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 11h 21m (one-way)
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Cheapest • 12% price drop
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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Lima (SFO-LIM)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Lima that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from San Francisco to Lima

Sun, Oct 25 - Thu, Oct 29
LATAM Airlines Logo
7:05 am - 10:10 pm
SFO
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LIM
13h 05m
1 stop
LATAM Airlines Logo
12:00 pm - 10:32 am
LIM
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SFO
24h 32m
1 stop
$660LATAM Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 15
LATAM Airlines Logo
11:05 am - 8:05 am
SFO
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LIM
18h 00m
1 stop
LATAM Airlines Logo
12:50 am - 3:08 pm
LIM
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SFO
17h 18m
1 stop
$663LATAM Airlines
Wed, Aug 19 - Wed, Aug 26
LATAM Airlines Logo
7:13 am - 10:10 pm
SFO
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LIM
12h 57m
1 stop
LATAM Airlines Logo
12:05 pm - 10:17 am
LIM
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SFO
24h 12m
1 stop
$666LATAM Airlines
Mon, Sep 21 - Sun, Sep 27
LATAM Airlines Logo
2:30 pm - 8:05 am
SFO
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LIM
15h 35m
1 stop
LATAM Airlines Logo
12:00 pm - 11:58 pm
LIM
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SFO
13h 58m
1 stop
$667LATAM Airlines
Wed, Sep 9 - Mon, Sep 21
LATAM Airlines Logo
7:20 am - 10:10 pm
SFO
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LIM
12h 50m
1 stop
LATAM Airlines Logo
12:15 am - 7:58 pm
LIM
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SFO
21h 43m
2 stops
$671LATAM Airlines
Sun, Nov 15 - Fri, Nov 20
LATAM Airlines Logo
4:15 pm - 8:05 am
SFO
-
LIM
12h 50m
1 stop
LATAM Airlines Logo
12:50 am - 11:54 am
LIM
-
SFO
14h 04m
1 stop
$672LATAM Airlines
Wed, Sep 16 - Sun, Sep 27
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:23 am - 10:10 pm
SFO
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LIM
11h 47m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:00 pm - 11:58 pm
LIM
-
SFO
13h 58m
1 stop
$674Multiple Airlines
Wed, Sep 16 - Tue, Nov 10
LATAM Airlines Logo
7:20 am - 10:10 pm
SFO
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LIM
12h 50m
1 stop
LATAM Airlines Logo
8:20 am - 12:15 am
LIM
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SFO
18h 55m
2 stops
$679LATAM Airlines
Fri, Sep 4 - Sat, Sep 12
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:57 pm - 10:10 pm
SFO
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LIM
23h 13m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:50 am - 1:25 pm
LIM
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SFO
14h 35m
1 stop
$681Multiple Airlines
Sun, Oct 4 - Mon, Oct 12
LATAM Airlines Logo
2:30 pm - 7:25 am
SFO
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LIM
14h 55m
1 stop
LATAM Airlines Logo
12:00 pm - 11:46 pm
LIM
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SFO
13h 46m
1 stop
$684LATAM Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for San Francisco to Lima flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from San Francisco to Lima to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Lima?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from San Francisco to Lima departing in October.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Lima, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from San Francisco to Lima is February, where tickets cost $613 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $877 and $787 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Lima, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from San Francisco to Lima, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 15 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonMarch
Cheapest flight$370
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 7% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 26% increase in price.
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When to book flights from San Francisco to Lima

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco to Lima based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
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FAQs for booking flights from San Francisco to Lima

  • What kind of flights are there from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to LIM?

    Unfortunately, there are no direct flights from San Francisco to Lima currently available. However, you will find many routes that only include one transfer. That transfer typically occurs in either Mexico City or in Dallas Fort Worth. These flights are usually on board United Airlines or American Airlines. There are also several journeys that require two transfers.

  • How do I get to SFO from downtown San Francisco?

    To get to the San Francisco airport from downtown San Francisco, you can take a rideshare or a taxi, or drive your own car, which should take a little over 20min. Or, you can take public transport. You can take BART, or Bay Area Rapid Transit, from downtown to the International Terminal at the airport. The ride should take about 30min.

  • What is the best way to get to Lima city center from Jorge Chavez International Airport?

    When you arrive in Lima, the best way to get to the city center if you are not renting your own vehicle is to take an authorized taxi from the airport. You will find these taxis parked in front of the terminal by the international arrivals gates. You will be able to choose between the VIP taxi service and the regular taxi service upon arrival.

  • Are there hotels near LIM?

    Yes, there are several hotels near Lima’s Jorge Chavez International Airport for you to choose from, and some of them offer free shuttle service to and from the airport. Your options include the Hotel Manhattan Inn Airport, the Holiday Inn Lima Airport - an IHG Hotel, and Hotel Costa del Sol Wyndham Lima Airport, among many others.

  • What is the cheapest flight from San Francisco to Lima?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Francisco to Lima was $372 for a one-way ticket and $666 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between San Francisco and Lima?

    Yes

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from San Francisco to Lima?

    San Francisco and Lima are both served by 1 main airport. You will leave San Francisco from San Francisco and will be arriving at Lima J Chavez Intl.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from San Francisco to Lima?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from San Francisco to Lima?

    oneworld, SkyTeam, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between San Francisco and Lima, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • What is the most popular layover when flying to Lima from San Francisco?

    San Salvador is the most popular layover city among KAYAK users traveling from San Francisco to Lima.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from San Francisco to Lima, Delta or Copa Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from San Francisco to Lima are Delta and Copa Airlines. With an average price for the route of $752 and an overall rating of 7.8, Delta is the most popular choice. Copa Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $738 and an overall rating of 7.6.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San Francisco to Lima?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from San Francisco to Lima.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from San Francisco to Lima?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Lima from San Francisco is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from San Francisco to Lima?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Lima with an airline and back to San Francisco with another airline. Booking your flights between San Francisco and LIM can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from San Francisco to Lima?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Lima from San Francisco up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from San Francisco to Lima

  • Will you need to leave your car at the San Francisco International Airport (SFO) during your trip to Lima? You have several options, but you’re probably going to want to use the Long-Term Parking. Long-Term Parking is connected to all terminals of the airport via the AirTrain Blue Line.
  • If you have some extra time before your flight out of SFO, check out the many SFO Museum Exhibits or take one of several self-guided tours. You will find these in Terminals 2 and 3.
  • Both the San Francisco International Airport and Lima’s Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) offer services for travelers with limited mobility. SFO offers wheelchair accessible facilities and assistance navigating the airport for those who need it. LIM also offers wheelchair service and assistance disembarking the aircraft.
  • Renting a car when you arrive at Lima’s Jorge Chavez International Airport? No problem. You can either pre book your rental car or you can order one when you arrive. You will find the car rental desks in the international arrivals area at the Land Transportation Center.
  • If you are traveling with children, you will find several kids’ play zones in the San Francisco Airport to kill some time with them before your flight. You will find these zones in Terminal 2 in D gates and Terminal 3 in E gates and F gates.

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