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

• Earliest: departs at 1:40 pm and lands at 5:25 pm
• Latest: departs at 4:55 pm and lands at 8:40 pm.

The flight takes about 3h 45m.

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

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class

A nonstop flight from San José to Lima takes 3h 45m, 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 San José to Lima range from $340 to $448, with an average of $401 over the past 12 months. Anything below $340 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 3% above the $401 route average. Book 17 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $387 round-trip via Bogotá El Dorado (BOG), compared to $406 for nonstop.

LATAM Airlines is the only airline operating San José to Lima flights. 95% 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 and Avianca. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A319 variants.

Afternoon is the busiest departure period on San José to Lima 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 $386 to $2,303. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

One-way fares from San José to Lima are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $255, which is 17% above the typical average for this route.

Lima J Chavez Intl Airport (LIM) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $15 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Alamo
• Sixt
• Hertz
• FlexWays
• Budget

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

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 San José to Lima route, 5% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 18m.

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

• Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) - 67% of one-stop connections
• Bogotá El Dorado (BOG) - 22% of one-stop connections
• San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL) - 11% of one-stop connections
• Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 0% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 4% on flights from San José to Lima. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $390 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $405, a difference of $15.

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 San José and Lima.

Flying via Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 13m, compared with 7h 08m via San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL) and 7h 47m via Bogotá El Dorado (BOG).

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

Some of the most popular sights in Lima are Estadio Universidad San Marcos, San Marcos Cultural Center and National Stadium. These are among the most viewed places in Lima on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating San José to Lima 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.

One airline to consider for your flight from San Jose to Lima with kids is Volaris. To make your flight memorable and enjoyable, Volaris may offer family-friendly amenities such as priority boarding, spacious seating, and a complimentary snack box.

Avianca Airlines offers convenient San Jose to Lima flights for pet lovers. The airline allows smaller dogs and cats in the cabin, provided their carrier can fit under the seat. Larger pets are transported in temperature and pressure-controlled carriers as cargo.

To fly with a green airline from San Jose to Lima, consider booking your flight with Copa Airlines. The airline implements fuel-efficient aircraft, employs sustainable practices in their operations, and has implemented recycling programs. Copa Airlines is committed to offsetting its carbon emissions through reforestation projects.

Avianca is one of the airlines you should consider when traveling from San Jose to Lima with a considerable amount of luggage. The airline’s lenient checked baggage policy will allow you to check multiple bags without additional charges. Its weight limits for each bag are generous, and the airline may also exempt certain items - such as strollers and car seats - from its standard charges to make it easier and cheaper for you.