How long does it take to fly to Lima?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in California, such as Los Angeles or San Francisco, and flying into Lima, then you can expect flight times to average 8h 35m and 11h 15m, respectively.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to Lima J Chavez Intl?

Avianca, United Airlines, and Spirit Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from California to Lima J Chavez Intl

How many flights depart from California to Lima on average per week?

As of March 2026, there are 52 flights per week flying from California to Lima. The most common day of the week flights depart is Fri, with 21% of flights taking off on this day.

What airlines fly to Lima?

LATAM Airlines, Copa Airlines and Avianca are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Lima from California according to our data. LATAM Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 40% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Lima. Keep in mind that there are 8 different airlines that fly to Lima on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How many flights depart from California to Lima on average per day?

As of March 2026, 7 flights take off from California and land in Lima each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 11:00AM, with 59% of daily flights taking off at noon.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Lima J Chavez Intl Airport?

Prices for flights from California to Lima J Chavez Intl Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Lima J Chavez Intl Airport?

There are 9 operators available for flights from California to Lima J Chavez Intl Airport as of March 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from California to Lima J Chavez Intl Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Lima J Chavez Intl Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Lima J Chavez Intl Airport?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Lima J Chavez Intl Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Lima J Chavez Intl Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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9:18 pm - 12:25 pm

SAN

LIM

13h 07m

1 stop

4:00 am - 6:30 pm

LIM

SAN

16h 30m

1 stop

$482Copa Airlines

Mon, Apr 20 - Mon, Apr 27

10:00 pm - 12:25 pm

SAN

LIM

12h 25m

1 stop

4:40 pm - 6:30 pm

LIM

SAN

27h 50m

1 stop

$497Copa Airlines

Wed, May 13 - Sat, May 23

2:30 am - 4:30 pm

SFO

LIM

36h 00m

2 stops

1:40 am - 10:35 pm

LIM

SFO

22h 55m

2 stops

$514Avianca

Sat, Apr 11 - Tue, Apr 21

2:30 am - 1:45 am

SFO

LIM

21h 15m

2 stops

1:40 am - 10:35 pm

LIM

SFO

46h 55m

2 stops

$518Avianca

Sat, Apr 11 - Tue, Apr 21

11:59 pm - 11:00 pm

SFO

LIM

21h 01m

1 stop

12:55 am - 11:59 pm

LIM

SFO

25h 04m

1 stop

$522United Airlines

Mon, Apr 27 - Tue, May 12

4:15 pm - 10:00 pm

SFO

LIM

27h 45m

2 stops

1:30 pm - 1:21 pm

LIM

SFO

25h 51m

2 stops

$537LATAM Airlines

Fri, Aug 14 - Mon, Aug 31

8:15 am - 3:30 am

SAN

LIM

17h 15m

2 stops

11:45 am - 9:29 pm

LIM

SAN

35h 44m

2 stops

$543Multiple Airlines

Mon, May 4 - Mon, May 11

11:35 am - 10:10 pm

LAX

LIM

8h 35mnonstop

12:55 am - 9:55 am

LIM

LAX

35h 00m

2 stops

$546LATAM Airlines

Thu, Apr 9 - Mon, Apr 13

10:14 am - 4:30 pm

LAS

LIM

28h 16m

3 stops

5:35 pm - 10:46 am

LIM

LAS

19h 11m

3 stops

$567Multiple Airlines

Tue, Apr 14 - Tue, Apr 21

8:00 am - 11:00 pm

SNA

LIM

13h 00m

1 stop

12:55 am - 9:00 pm

LIM

SNA

22h 05m

2 stops

$765United Airlines

Mon, Apr 20 - Mon, May 4

American Airlines flights from California to Lima

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American Airlines

Apr 13

SFO6:15 amSan Francisco

14h 10m

1 stop

LIM10:25 pmLima J Chavez Intl

Apr 24

LIM10:00 pmLima J Chavez Intl

15h 02m

1 stop

SFO11:02 amSan Francisco

$543

American Airlines

Apr 13

SFO1:12 pmSan Francisco

12h 58m

1 stop

LIM4:10 amLima J Chavez Intl

Apr 24

LIM10:00 pmLima J Chavez Intl

15h 02m

1 stop

SFO11:02 amSan Francisco

$545

American Airlines

May 5

SFO6:15 amSan Francisco

14h 10m

1 stop

LIM10:25 pmLima J Chavez Intl

May 18

LIM11:45 pmLima J Chavez Intl

25h 16m

1 stop

SFO11:01 pmSan Francisco

$556

Delta flights from California to Lima

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Delta

May 11

SAN6:15 amSan Diego

13h 55m

1 stop

LIM10:10 pmLima J Chavez Intl

May 22

LIM12:00 pmLima J Chavez Intl

12h 55m

1 stop

SAN10:55 pmSan Diego

$545

Delta

May 11

SAN6:15 amSan Diego

20h 45m

2 stops

LIM5:00 amLima J Chavez Intl

May 21

LIM12:15 amLima J Chavez Intl

21h 08m

2 stops

SAN7:23 pmSan Diego

$550

Delta

May 7

SAN6:15 amSan Diego

13h 55m

1 stop

LIM10:10 pmLima J Chavez Intl

May 22

LIM12:00 pmLima J Chavez Intl

24h 21m

1 stop

SAN10:21 amSan Diego

$551

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San DiegoLima

SAN - LIM

SANLIM

San Diego

Mon 4/20

9:18 pm-12:25 pm

1 stop13h 07m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Mon 4/27

4:00 am-6:30 pm

1 stop16h 30m

$482

San DiegoLima

SAN - LIM

SANLIM

San Diego

Wed 5/13

10:00 pm-12:25 pm

1 stop12h 25m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Sat 5/23

4:40 pm-6:30 pm

1 stop27h 50m

$497

San FranciscoLima

SFO - LIM

SFOLIM

San Francisco

Sat 4/11

2:30 am-4:30 pm

2 stops36h 00m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Tue 4/21

1:40 am-10:35 pm

2 stops22h 55m

$514

San FranciscoLima

SFO - LIM

SFOLIM

San Francisco

Sat 4/11

2:30 am-1:45 am

2 stops21h 15m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Tue 4/21

1:40 am-10:35 pm

2 stops46h 55m

$518

San FranciscoLima

SFO - LIM

SFOLIM

San Francisco

Mon 4/27

11:59 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop21h 01m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Tue 5/12

12:55 am-11:59 pm

1 stop25h 04m

$522

San FranciscoLima

SFO - LIM

SFOLIM

San Francisco

Fri 8/14

4:15 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops27h 45m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Mon 8/31

1:30 pm-1:21 pm

2 stops25h 51m

$537

San DiegoLima

SAN - LIM

SANLIM

San Diego

Mon 5/4

8:15 am-3:30 am

2 stops17h 15m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Mon 5/11

11:45 am-9:29 pm

2 stops35h 44m

$543

Los AngelesLima

LAX - LIM

LAXLIM

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Thu 4/9

11:35 am-10:10 pm

Nonstop8h 35m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Mon 4/13

12:55 am-9:55 am

2 stops35h 00m

$546

Las VegasLima

LAS - LIM

LASLIM

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 4/14

10:14 am-4:30 pm

3 stops28h 16m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Tue 4/21

5:35 pm-10:46 am

3 stops19h 11m

$567

Santa AnaLima

SNA - LIM

SNALIM

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 4/20

8:00 am-11:00 pm

1 stop13h 00m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Mon 5/4

12:55 am-9:00 pm

2 stops22h 05m

$765

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Lima?

The cheapest month to fly to Lima from California is in September. Flight prices, which tend to average around $723, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of September, then book flights to Lima from California during October instead. Flights to Lima in October, while not as cheap as those in September, still average around $740.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Lima?

According to our data, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly to Lima from California. The lowest ticket price found for a Wednesday departure recently was $889. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. When flying out on a Friday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from California to Lima for around $992.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Lima?

The cheapest time of day to fly to Lima is in the morning when flights can be purchased for as low as $901. Flights in the evening are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $974.

What is the cheapest California to Lima J Chavez Intl flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Lima from California when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Lima for around $790 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Lima from California for as low as $737 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on California to Lima J Chavez Intl flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on California to Lima J Chavez Intl flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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You could potentially save up to 3% on your flight if you consider stops on a California to Lima flight.

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Best Price Found	$454
Fastest flight time	8h 05m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Lima	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Lima from California in the past 72 hours is $454. The best round-trip flight deal from California to Lima found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $811.

The fastest flight from California to Lima takes 8h 05m

Direct flights go from California to Lima every day.

There is 1 airport in Lima. From California there are direct flights to Lima J Chavez Intl (LIM).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Lima J Chavez Intl Airport?
Prices for flights from California to Lima J Chavez Intl Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Lima J Chavez Intl Airport?
There are 9 operators available for flights from California to Lima J Chavez Intl Airport as of March 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from California to Lima J Chavez Intl Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Lima J Chavez Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Lima J Chavez Intl Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Lima J Chavez Intl Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Lima J Chavez Intl Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular plane model from California to Lima?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between California and Lima, the leading plane model is Boeing 767-300, making up 78.91% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner with 13.66%, Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner with 5.12%, and Cessna light aircraft with 0.51%.

Best airlines flying from California to Lima

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Spirit Airlines	PriceFrom $166	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 8,539 reviews	Search Spirit Airlines flights
Volaris	PriceFrom $244	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.6 1,170 reviews	Search Volaris flights
Avianca	PriceFrom $285	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.5 2,505 reviews	Search Avianca flights
Copa Airlines	PriceFrom $361	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,575 reviews	Search Copa Airlines flights
LATAM Airlines	PriceFrom $381	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,911 reviews	Search LATAM Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $388	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,318 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $498	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,463 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $545	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,486 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Aeromexico	PriceFrom $674	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,560 reviews	Search Aeromexico flights

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