Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from San Francisco to Lima?

Flights via Salt Lake City (SLC) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $579.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from San Francisco to Lima?

San Salvador (SAL) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 35m.

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

Copa Airlines is the most popular carrier operating from San Francisco to Lima J Chavez Intl

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between San Francisco and Lima?

San Salvador (SAL) was the most common stop: 32% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from San Francisco to Lima?

Flights connecting via San Salvador (SAL) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 11h 11m.

What airlines fly to Lima?

Avianca, Copa Airlines and LATAM Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Lima from San Francisco according to our data. Avianca is the first choice among our users, with 33% 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.

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

Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Lima J Chavez Intl Airport refresh daily.

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

There are 8 operators available for flights from San Francisco Airport to Lima J Chavez Intl Airport as of August 2026.

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

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from San Francisco Airport to Lima J Chavez Intl Airport.

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

The necessary travel and health documents for your Lima J Chavez Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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4:34 pm - 5:01 amSFO San Francisco-LIM Lima J Chavez Intl

34h 27m2 stops Denver Intl Mexico City Benito Juarez

12:00 pm - 10:15 pmLIM Lima J Chavez Intl-SFO San Francisco

12h 15m1 stop Los Angeles

$666Multiple Airlines

Mon, Sep 28 - Wed, Oct 14

6:04 am - 5:01 amSFO San Francisco-LIM Lima J Chavez Intl

20h 57m2 stops Denver Intl Mexico City Benito Juarez

12:05 pm - 10:35 amLIM Lima J Chavez Intl-SFO San Francisco

24h 30m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$666Multiple Airlines

Sat, Sep 26 - Sat, Oct 17

4:59 pm - 8:10 amSFO San Francisco-LIM Lima J Chavez Intl

13h 11m1 stop Los Angeles

8:20 am - 11:51 pmLIM Lima J Chavez Intl-SFO San Francisco

18h 31m2 stops Miami Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$669LATAM Airlines

Wed, Sep 16 - Tue, Nov 17

6:12 pm - 8:10 amSFO San Francisco-LIM Lima J Chavez Intl

11h 58m1 stop Los Angeles

8:20 am - 11:51 pmLIM Lima J Chavez Intl-SFO San Francisco

18h 31m2 stops Miami Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$669LATAM Airlines

Wed, Sep 16 - Thu, Nov 12

8:21 pm - 3:40 pmSFO San Francisco-LIM Lima J Chavez Intl

17h 19m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl

4:40 pm - 6:10 pmLIM Lima J Chavez Intl-SFO San Francisco

27h 30m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl

$706Copa Airlines

Sun, Sep 13 - Tue, Sep 22

1:12 am - 10:45 pmSFO San Francisco-LIM Lima J Chavez Intl

19h 33m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl

2:15 am - 11:12 pmLIM Lima J Chavez Intl-SFO San Francisco

23h 57m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl

$706Copa Airlines

Mon, Sep 14 - Wed, Nov 11

11:59 pm - 11:00 pmSFO San Francisco-LIM Lima J Chavez Intl

21h 01m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

1:50 am - 7:58 pmLIM Lima J Chavez Intl-SFO San Francisco

21h 08m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$718United Airlines

Sun, Oct 18 - Mon, Nov 2

11:59 pm - 11:00 pmSFO San Francisco-LIM Lima J Chavez Intl

21h 01m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

1:50 am - 12:19 pmLIM Lima J Chavez Intl-SFO San Francisco

13h 29m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$718United Airlines

Sun, Oct 18 - Thu, Nov 5

11:39 am - 4:10 amSFO San Francisco-LIM Lima J Chavez Intl

14h 31m1 stop Miami

7:00 am - 11:59 pmLIM Lima J Chavez Intl-SFO San Francisco

18h 59m1 stop Miami

$718American Airlines

Wed, Oct 21 - Wed, Oct 28

11:39 am - 4:10 amSFO San Francisco-LIM Lima J Chavez Intl

14h 31m1 stop Miami

12:45 am - 9:59 pmLIM Lima J Chavez Intl-SFO San Francisco

23h 14m1 stop Miami

$718American Airlines

Tue, Oct 20 - Sun, Oct 25

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8:21 pm - 3:40 pmSFO San Francisco-LIM Lima J Chavez Intl

17h 19m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl

4:00 am - 5:59 pmLIM Lima J Chavez Intl-SFO San Francisco

15h 59m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl

$731Copa Airlines

Wed, Aug 19 - Thu, Aug 27

2:15 pm - 3:30 amSFO San Francisco-LIM Lima J Chavez Intl

11h 15m1 stop San Salvador El Salvador Intl

7:30 am - 10:35 pmLIM Lima J Chavez Intl-SFO San Francisco

17h 05m2 stops Bogotá El Dorado San Salvador El Salvador Intl

$734Avianca

Wed, Aug 19 - Wed, Sep 30

2:15 pm - 3:30 amSFO San Francisco-LIM Lima J Chavez Intl

11h 15m1 stop San Salvador El Salvador Intl

7:30 am - 10:35 pmLIM Lima J Chavez Intl-SFO San Francisco

17h 05m2 stops Bogotá El Dorado San Salvador El Salvador Intl

$734Avianca

Wed, Aug 19 - Thu, Aug 27

1:12 am - 10:45 pmSFO San Francisco-LIM Lima J Chavez Intl

19h 33m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl

2:15 am - 11:40 pmLIM Lima J Chavez Intl-SFO San Francisco

23h 25m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl

$743Copa Airlines

Tue, Aug 18 - Tue, Aug 25

8:21 pm - 12:25 pmSFO San Francisco-LIM Lima J Chavez Intl

14h 04m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl

12:10 am - 10:17 amLIM Lima J Chavez Intl-SFO San Francisco

36h 07m2 stops Bogotá El Dorado Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$752Multiple Airlines

Tue, Aug 18 - Tue, Aug 25

12:45 am - 11:00 pmSFO San Francisco-LIM Lima J Chavez Intl

20h 15m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

12:55 am - 4:57 pmLIM Lima J Chavez Intl-SFO San Francisco

18h 02m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$755United Airlines

Mon, Aug 17 - Wed, Aug 19

7:30 am - 10:25 pmSFO San Francisco-LIM Lima J Chavez Intl

12h 55m1 stop Miami

11:45 pm - 8:18 pmLIM Lima J Chavez Intl-SFO San Francisco

22h 33m1 stop Miami

$755American Airlines

Mon, Aug 17 - Thu, Aug 27

7:30 am - 10:25 pmSFO San Francisco-LIM Lima J Chavez Intl

12h 55m1 stop Miami

6:30 am - 8:18 pmLIM Lima J Chavez Intl-SFO San Francisco

15h 48m1 stop Miami

$755American Airlines

Wed, Aug 19 - Wed, Aug 26

1:12 am - 7:15 pmSFO San Francisco-LIM Lima J Chavez Intl

16h 03m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl

6:04 am - 8:46 pmLIM Lima J Chavez Intl-SFO San Francisco

40h 42m2 stops Mexico City Benito Juarez Los Angeles

$764Multiple Airlines

Mon, Aug 17 - Fri, Sep 4

12:45 am - 11:00 pmSFO San Francisco-LIM Lima J Chavez Intl

20h 15m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

12:55 am - 12:27 amLIM Lima J Chavez Intl-SFO San Francisco

25h 32m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$769United Airlines

Sun, Aug 16 - Wed, Aug 19

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Avianca

Sep 16

SFO11:55 pmSan Francisco

14h 35m

2 stops

LIM4:30 pmLima J Chavez Intl

Sep 22

LIM7:30 amLima J Chavez Intl

18h 25m

2 stops

SFO11:55 pmSan Francisco

$734

Avianca

Aug 29

SFO11:55 pmSan Francisco

14h 35m

2 stops

LIM4:30 pmLima J Chavez Intl

Sep 11

LIM3:05 amLima J Chavez Intl

11h 45m

1 stop

SFO12:50 pmSan Francisco

$740

Avianca

Aug 29

SFO2:15 pmSan Francisco

11h 15m

1 stop

LIM3:30 amLima J Chavez Intl

Sep 11

LIM3:05 amLima J Chavez Intl

21h 30m

1 stop

SFO10:35 pmSan Francisco

$744

LATAM Airlines flights from San Francisco to Lima

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LATAM Airlines

Sep 16

SFO4:59 pmSan Francisco

13h 11m

1 stop

LIM8:10 amLima J Chavez Intl

Nov 17

LIM8:20 amLima J Chavez Intl

18h 31m

2 stops

SFO11:51 pmSan Francisco

$669

LATAM Airlines

Sep 16

SFO6:12 pmSan Francisco

11h 58m

1 stop

LIM8:10 amLima J Chavez Intl

Nov 17

LIM12:10 pmLima J Chavez Intl

14h 41m

1 stop

SFO11:51 pmSan Francisco

$679

LATAM Airlines

Oct 29

SFO8:00 amSan Francisco

19h 00m

1 stop

LIM5:00 amLima J Chavez Intl

Nov 3

LIM12:50 amLima J Chavez Intl

13h 15m

1 stop

SFO11:05 amSan Francisco

$680

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SFO San Francisco - LIM Lima J Chavez Intl

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San Francisco

Mon 9/28

4:34 pm-5:01 am

2 stops34h 27m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Wed 10/14

12:00 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop12h 15m

$666

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SFO San Francisco - LIM Lima J Chavez Intl

SFOLIM

San Francisco

Sat 9/26

6:04 am-5:01 am

2 stops20h 57m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Sat 10/17

12:05 pm-10:35 am

1 stop24h 30m

$666

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SFO San Francisco - LIM Lima J Chavez Intl

SFOLIM

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Wed 9/16

4:59 pm-8:10 am

1 stop13h 11m

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2 stops18h 31m

$669

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SFO San Francisco - LIM Lima J Chavez Intl

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Wed 9/16

6:12 pm-8:10 am

1 stop11h 58m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Thu 11/12

8:20 am-11:51 pm

2 stops18h 31m

$669

San FranciscoLima

SFO San Francisco - LIM Lima J Chavez Intl

SFOLIM

San Francisco

Sun 9/13

8:21 pm-3:40 pm

1 stop17h 19m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Tue 9/22

4:40 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop27h 30m

$706

San FranciscoLima

SFO San Francisco - LIM Lima J Chavez Intl

SFOLIM

San Francisco

Mon 9/14

1:12 am-10:45 pm

1 stop19h 33m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Wed 11/11

2:15 am-11:12 pm

1 stop23h 57m

$706

San FranciscoLima

SFO San Francisco - LIM Lima J Chavez Intl

SFOLIM

San Francisco

Sun 10/18

11:59 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop21h 01m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Mon 11/2

1:50 am-7:58 pm

1 stop21h 08m

$718

San FranciscoLima

SFO San Francisco - LIM Lima J Chavez Intl

SFOLIM

San Francisco

Sun 10/18

11:59 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop21h 01m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Thu 11/5

1:50 am-12:19 pm

1 stop13h 29m

$718

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SFO San Francisco - LIM Lima J Chavez Intl

SFOLIM

San Francisco

Wed 10/21

11:39 am-4:10 am

1 stop14h 31m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Wed 10/28

7:00 am-11:59 pm

1 stop18h 59m

$718

San FranciscoLima

SFO San Francisco - LIM Lima J Chavez Intl

SFOLIM

San Francisco

Tue 10/20

11:39 am-4:10 am

1 stop14h 31m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Sun 10/25

12:45 am-9:59 pm

1 stop23h 14m

$718

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between San Francisco and Lima?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $684 to $912.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $666.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Lima?

The cheapest month to fly to Lima from San Francisco is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around $612, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of February, then book flights to Lima from San Francisco during March instead. Flights to Lima in March, while not as cheap as those in February, still average around $644.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Lima from San Francisco when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Lima for around $709 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Lima from San Francisco for as low as $677 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on San Francisco to Lima flights?

You could potentially save up to 18% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Francisco to Lima flight.

How have San Francisco to Lima flight prices changed over time?

As of August 2026, prices for San Francisco to Lima flights are approximately 2% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from San Francisco to Lima

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Fastest flight time	11h 47m
Direct flights	None

The fastest flight from San Francisco to Lima takes 11h 47m

There are no direct flights from San Francisco to Lima. There are no popular flight routes from San Francisco to Lima.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from San Francisco to Lima

How far is San Francisco to Lima J Chavez Intl by plane?
San Francisco and Lima J Chavez Intl are 4520.9 mi apart from one another. Flights usually cover this in 11h 47m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Lima J Chavez Intl Airport?
Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Lima J Chavez Intl Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Francisco Airport to Lima J Chavez Intl Airport?
There are 8 operators available for flights from San Francisco Airport to Lima J Chavez Intl Airport as of August 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco Airport to Lima J Chavez Intl Airport?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from San Francisco Airport to Lima J Chavez Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Lima J Chavez Intl Airport?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Lima J Chavez Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from San Francisco to Lima?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from San Francisco to Lima is Avianca, representing 28% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Copa Airlines at 25%, LATAM Airlines at 19%, and Delta at 11%.

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Copa Airlines	PriceFrom $349	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,556 reviews	Search Copa Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $353	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,505 reviews	Search Delta flights
Avianca	PriceFrom $415	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.5 2,539 reviews	Search Avianca flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $522	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,107 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $523	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,947 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
LATAM Airlines	PriceFrom $537	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,981 reviews	Search LATAM Airlines flights
GOL	PriceFrom $592	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,275 reviews	Search GOL flights
Aeromexico	PriceFrom $771	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,470 reviews	Search Aeromexico flights

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