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.

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 35% 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.

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 37m.

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

San Salvador (SAL) was the most common stop: 34% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

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.

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 July 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.

$308 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 $710 to $953. The lowest price recently found on this route was $632.

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6:00 am - 5:00 am

SFO

LIM

21h 00m

2 stops

12:50 am - 1:25 pm

LIM

SFO

14h 35m

1 stop

$632Delta

Tue, Sep 8 - Thu, Sep 17

7:30 am - 4:10 am

SFO

LIM

18h 40m

1 stop

6:30 am - 12:54 am

LIM

SFO

20h 24m

1 stop

$634American Airlines

Tue, Aug 25 - Mon, Sep 7

2:15 pm - 10:35 am

SFO

LIM

18h 20m

2 stops

7:30 am - 10:35 pm

LIM

SFO

17h 05m

2 stops

$635Avianca

Sun, Aug 30 - Sun, Sep 6

7:20 am - 10:10 pm

SFO

LIM

12h 50m

1 stop

12:05 pm - 10:28 am

LIM

SFO

24h 23m

1 stop

$638LATAM Airlines

Tue, Sep 8 - Tue, Sep 15

8:00 am - 4:10 am

SFO

LIM

18h 10m

2 stops

10:55 pm - 1:16 pm

LIM

SFO

17h 21m

2 stops

$639American Airlines

Wed, Sep 16 - Tue, Nov 10

7:13 am - 10:10 pm

SFO

LIM

12h 57m

1 stop

12:50 am - 3:50 pm

LIM

SFO

17h 00m

1 stop

$640LATAM Airlines

Wed, Aug 12 - Thu, Aug 27

2:50 pm - 10:05 pm

SFO

LIM

29h 15m

1 stop

8:15 am - 11:58 pm

LIM

SFO

17h 43m

2 stops

$642Multiple Airlines

Fri, Aug 21 - Tue, Aug 25

12:45 am - 11:00 pm

SFO

LIM

20h 15m

1 stop

12:55 am - 4:57 pm

LIM

SFO

18h 02m

1 stop

$643United Airlines

Wed, Sep 9 - Thu, Sep 17

8:08 am - 4:10 am

SFO

LIM

18h 02m

2 stops

6:30 am - 12:54 am

LIM

SFO

20h 24m

1 stop

$644American Airlines

Wed, Sep 2 - Mon, Sep 7

11:55 pm - 8:50 pm

SFO

LIM

18h 55m

2 stops

7:30 am - 10:35 pm

LIM

SFO

17h 05m

2 stops

$645Avianca

Sat, Aug 29 - Sat, Sep 12

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United Airlines flights from San Francisco to Lima

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United Airlines

Aug 11

SFO11:59 pmSan Francisco

21h 01m

1 stop

LIM11:00 pmLima J Chavez Intl

Aug 26

LIM12:55 amLima J Chavez Intl

13h 19m

1 stop

SFO12:14 pmSan Francisco

$643

United Airlines

Jul 4

SFO4:40 pmSan Francisco

28h 20m

1 stop

LIM11:00 pmLima J Chavez Intl

Aug 20

LIM12:55 amLima J Chavez Intl

19h 34m

1 stop

SFO6:29 pmSan Francisco

$654

United Airlines

Sep 5

SFO2:25 pmSan Francisco

30h 35m

1 stop

LIM11:00 pmLima J Chavez Intl

Sep 17

LIM12:55 amLima J Chavez Intl

18h 02m

1 stop

SFO4:57 pmSan Francisco

$657

American Airlines flights from San Francisco to Lima

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American Airlines

Aug 25

SFO7:30 amSan Francisco

18h 40m

1 stop

LIM4:10 amLima J Chavez Intl

Sep 7

LIM6:30 amLima J Chavez Intl

20h 24m

1 stop

SFO12:54 amSan Francisco

$634

American Airlines

Sep 16

SFO8:00 amSan Francisco

18h 10m

2 stops

LIM4:10 amLima J Chavez Intl

Nov 10

LIM10:55 pmLima J Chavez Intl

17h 21m

2 stops

SFO1:16 pmSan Francisco

$639

American Airlines

Sep 2

SFO8:08 amSan Francisco

18h 02m

2 stops

LIM4:10 amLima J Chavez Intl

Sep 7

LIM6:30 amLima J Chavez Intl

20h 24m

1 stop

SFO12:54 amSan Francisco

$644

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Tue 9/8

6:00 am-5:00 am

2 stops21h 00m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Thu 9/17

12:50 am-1:25 pm

1 stop14h 35m

$632

San FranciscoLima

SFO - LIM

SFOLIM

San Francisco

Tue 8/25

7:30 am-4:10 am

1 stop18h 40m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Mon 9/7

6:30 am-12:54 am

1 stop20h 24m

$634

San FranciscoLima

SFO - LIM

SFOLIM

San Francisco

Sun 8/30

2:15 pm-10:35 am

2 stops18h 20m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Sun 9/6

7:30 am-10:35 pm

2 stops17h 05m

$635

San FranciscoLima

SFO - LIM

SFOLIM

San Francisco

Tue 9/8

7:20 am-10:10 pm

1 stop12h 50m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Tue 9/15

12:05 pm-10:28 am

1 stop24h 23m

$638

San FranciscoLima

SFO - LIM

SFOLIM

San Francisco

Wed 9/16

8:00 am-4:10 am

2 stops18h 10m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Tue 11/10

10:55 pm-1:16 pm

2 stops17h 21m

$639

Quickest round-trip

San FranciscoLima

SFO - LIM

SFOLIM

San Francisco

Wed 8/12

7:13 am-10:10 pm

1 stop12h 57m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Thu 8/27

12:50 am-3:50 pm

1 stop17h 00m

$640

San FranciscoLima

SFO - LIM

SFOLIM

San Francisco

Fri 8/21

2:50 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop29h 15m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Tue 8/25

8:15 am-11:58 pm

2 stops17h 43m

$642

San FranciscoLima

SFO - LIM

SFOLIM

San Francisco

Wed 9/9

12:45 am-11:00 pm

1 stop20h 15m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Thu 9/17

12:55 am-4:57 pm

1 stop18h 02m

$643

San FranciscoLima

SFO - LIM

SFOLIM

San Francisco

Wed 9/2

8:08 am-4:10 am

2 stops18h 02m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Mon 9/7

6:30 am-12:54 am

1 stop20h 24m

$644

San FranciscoLima

SFO - LIM

SFOLIM

San Francisco

Sat 8/29

11:55 pm-8:50 pm

2 stops18h 55m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Sat 9/12

7:30 am-10:35 pm

2 stops17h 05m

$645

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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 $635.

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 $691 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 $665 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 29% 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 July 2026, prices for San Francisco to Lima flights are approximately 2% more expensive 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	12h 10m
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The fastest flight from San Francisco to Lima takes 12h 10m

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 12h 10m, 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 July 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 30% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Copa Airlines at 27%, LATAM Airlines at 16%, and Delta at 11%.

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Copa Airlines	PriceFrom $331	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,566 reviews	Search Copa Airlines flights
Avianca	PriceFrom $347	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.5 2,530 reviews	Search Avianca flights
Delta	PriceFrom $352	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,454 reviews	Search Delta flights
LATAM Airlines	PriceFrom $421	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,944 reviews	Search LATAM Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $523	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,766 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $524	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,908 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
GOL	PriceFrom $592	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,251 reviews	Search GOL flights
Aeromexico	PriceFrom $783	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,481 reviews	Search Aeromexico flights

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