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 39m.

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 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 10m.

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

San Salvador (SAL) was the most common stop: 33% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

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 36% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Lima. Keep in mind that there are 7 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 7 operators available for flights from San Francisco Airport to Lima J Chavez Intl Airport as of May 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.

$270 Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Lima in 2026

Q: 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 $874 to $600. The lowest price recently found on this route was $588.

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11:58 pm - 10:15 pm

SFO

LIM

20h 17m

1 stop

11:45 pm - 4:06 pm

LIM

SFO

18h 21m

2 stops

$588American Airlines

Mon, Sep 14 - Mon, Sep 28

8:16 pm - 12:55 am

SFO

LIM

26h 39m

1 stop

7:00 am - 11:40 pm

LIM

SFO

18h 40m

1 stop

$594Copa Airlines

Sat, May 30 - Sat, Jun 6

11:58 pm - 10:15 pm

SFO

LIM

20h 17m

1 stop

11:45 pm - 10:58 pm

LIM

SFO

25h 13m

1 stop

$597American Airlines

Mon, Sep 14 - Mon, Sep 21

1:12 am - 10:45 pm

SFO

LIM

19h 33m

1 stop

2:15 am - 5:28 pm

LIM

SFO

18h 13m

1 stop

$662Copa Airlines

Tue, Sep 15 - Wed, Nov 11

11:58 pm - 2:45 pm

SFO

LIM

12h 47m

1 stop

10:55 pm - 11:08 am

LIM

SFO

15h 13m

1 stop

$664American Airlines

Tue, Sep 15 - Tue, Nov 17

7:30 am - 3:10 am

SFO

LIM

17h 40m

2 stops

10:55 pm - 11:08 am

LIM

SFO

15h 13m

1 stop

$669American Airlines

Wed, Sep 16 - Thu, Nov 12

11:49 am - 3:10 am

SFO

LIM

13h 21m

1 stop

10:55 pm - 11:08 am

LIM

SFO

15h 13m

1 stop

$674American Airlines

Wed, Sep 16 - Wed, Nov 18

9:07 am - 3:10 am

SFO

LIM

16h 03m

2 stops

11:45 pm - 2:59 pm

LIM

SFO

17h 14m

2 stops

$675American Airlines

Thu, Sep 17 - Mon, Sep 28

9:35 pm - 10:25 pm

SFO

LIM

22h 50m

1 stop

11:45 pm - 10:58 pm

LIM

SFO

25h 13m

1 stop

$678American Airlines

Sat, Sep 5 - Wed, Sep 16

7:30 am - 3:10 am

SFO

LIM

17h 40m

2 stops

7:00 am - 9:28 pm

LIM

SFO

17h 28m

2 stops

$679American Airlines

Wed, Sep 16 - Thu, Nov 19

Copa Airlines flights from San Francisco to Lima

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Copa Airlines

May 27

SFO8:16 pmSan Francisco

20h 59m

1 stop

LIM7:15 pmLima J Chavez Intl

Jun 3

LIM1:20 pmLima J Chavez Intl

12h 20m

1 stop

SFO11:40 pmSan Francisco

$571

Copa Airlines

May 30

SFO8:16 pmSan Francisco

26h 39m

1 stop

LIM12:55 amLima J Chavez Intl

Jun 6

LIM7:00 amLima J Chavez Intl

18h 40m

1 stop

SFO11:40 pmSan Francisco

$594

Copa Airlines

May 28

SFO8:16 pmSan Francisco

25h 24m

1 stop

LIM11:40 pmLima J Chavez Intl

Jun 6

LIM4:00 amLima J Chavez Intl

21h 40m

1 stop

SFO11:40 pmSan Francisco

$617

Avianca flights from San Francisco to Lima

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Avianca

Sep 18

SFO2:15 pmSan Francisco

18h 20m

2 stops

LIM10:35 amLima J Chavez Intl

Sep 27

LIM3:05 amLima J Chavez Intl

21h 30m

1 stop

SFO10:35 pmSan Francisco

$689

Avianca

Aug 25

SFO2:15 pmSan Francisco

11h 15m

1 stop

LIM3:30 amLima J Chavez Intl

Sep 7

LIM7:30 amLima J Chavez Intl

17h 05m

2 stops

SFO10:35 pmSan Francisco

$694

Avianca

Aug 24

SFO2:15 pmSan Francisco

11h 15m

1 stop

LIM3:30 amLima J Chavez Intl

Sep 13

LIM3:05 amLima J Chavez Intl

21h 30m

1 stop

SFO10:35 pmSan Francisco

$695

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Mon 9/14

11:58 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop20h 17m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Mon 9/28

11:45 pm-4:06 pm

2 stops18h 21m

$588

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SFO - LIM

SFOLIM

San Francisco

Sat 5/30

8:16 pm-12:55 am

1 stop26h 39m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Sat 6/6

7:00 am-11:40 pm

1 stop18h 40m

$594

San FranciscoLima

SFO - LIM

SFOLIM

San Francisco

Mon 9/14

11:58 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop20h 17m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Mon 9/21

11:45 pm-10:58 pm

1 stop25h 13m

$597

San FranciscoLima

SFO - LIM

SFOLIM

San Francisco

Tue 9/15

1:12 am-10:45 pm

1 stop19h 33m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Wed 11/11

2:15 am-5:28 pm

1 stop18h 13m

$662

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San FranciscoLima

SFO - LIM

SFOLIM

San Francisco

Tue 9/15

11:58 pm-2:45 pm

1 stop12h 47m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Tue 11/17

10:55 pm-11:08 am

1 stop15h 13m

$664

San FranciscoLima

SFO - LIM

SFOLIM

San Francisco

Wed 9/16

7:30 am-3:10 am

2 stops17h 40m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Thu 11/12

10:55 pm-11:08 am

1 stop15h 13m

$669

San FranciscoLima

SFO - LIM

SFOLIM

San Francisco

Wed 9/16

11:49 am-3:10 am

1 stop13h 21m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Wed 11/18

10:55 pm-11:08 am

1 stop15h 13m

$674

San FranciscoLima

SFO - LIM

SFOLIM

San Francisco

Thu 9/17

9:07 am-3:10 am

2 stops16h 03m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Mon 9/28

11:45 pm-2:59 pm

2 stops17h 14m

$675

San FranciscoLima

SFO - LIM

SFOLIM

San Francisco

Sat 9/5

9:35 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop22h 50m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Wed 9/16

11:45 pm-10:58 pm

1 stop25h 13m

$678

San FranciscoLima

SFO - LIM

SFOLIM

San Francisco

Wed 9/16

7:30 am-3:10 am

2 stops17h 40m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Thu 11/19

7:00 am-9:28 pm

2 stops17h 28m

$679

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

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 October instead. Flights to Lima in October, while not as cheap as those in February, still average around $634.

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 $692 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 $633 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 5% 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 May 2026, prices for San Francisco to Lima flights are approximately 18% 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 15m
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The fastest flight from San Francisco to Lima takes 11h 15m

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 15m, 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 7 operators available for flights from San Francisco Airport to Lima J Chavez Intl Airport as of May 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 31% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Copa Airlines at 27%, LATAM Airlines at 14%, and Delta at 11%.

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Avianca	PriceFrom $324	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.5 2,529 reviews	Search Avianca flights
Copa Airlines	PriceFrom $336	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,579 reviews	Search Copa Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $353	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,452 reviews	Search Delta flights
LATAM Airlines	PriceFrom $378	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,923 reviews	Search LATAM Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $530	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,737 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $543	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,642 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Aeromexico	PriceFrom $696	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,504 reviews	Search Aeromexico flights

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