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

San Salvador (SAL) was the most common stop: 35% 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 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 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 38m.

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

Copa Airlines, United Airlines, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from San Francisco to Lima J Chavez Intl

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 June 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.

$306 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 $679 to $952. The lowest price recently found on this route was $601.

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7:13 am - 10:10 pm

SFO

LIM

12h 57m

1 stop

12:00 pm - 10:15 pm

LIM

SFO

12h 15m

1 stop

$601LATAM Airlines

Wed, Aug 19 - Wed, Aug 26

7:22 pm - 6:30 am

SFO

LIM

33h 08m

2 stops

12:05 am - 7:39 pm

LIM

SFO

21h 34m

1 stop

$603Multiple Airlines

Wed, Aug 19 - Tue, Aug 25

9:35 pm - 10:25 pm

SFO

LIM

22h 50m

1 stop

6:30 am - 11:18 pm

LIM

SFO

18h 48m

1 stop

$606American Airlines

Sat, Sep 5 - Wed, Sep 16

8:23 am - 10:10 pm

SFO

LIM

11h 47m

1 stop

1:30 pm - 3:49 pm

LIM

SFO

28h 19m

2 stops

$608Multiple Airlines

Tue, Sep 1 - Tue, Sep 8

8:08 am - 4:10 am

SFO

LIM

18h 02m

2 stops

10:00 pm - 4:57 pm

LIM

SFO

20h 57m

1 stop

$611American Airlines

Tue, Sep 1 - Tue, Sep 8

4:30 pm - 8:05 am

SFO

LIM

13h 35m

1 stop

12:00 pm - 1:31 pm

LIM

SFO

27h 31m

1 stop

$614Multiple Airlines

Tue, Aug 4 - Tue, Aug 18

7:13 am - 10:10 pm

SFO

LIM

12h 57m

1 stop

12:05 am - 7:39 pm

LIM

SFO

21h 34m

1 stop

$619LATAM Airlines

Tue, Aug 18 - Tue, Aug 25

9:35 pm - 10:25 pm

SFO

LIM

22h 50m

1 stop

11:45 pm - 11:18 pm

LIM

SFO

25h 33m

1 stop

$622American Airlines

Sat, Aug 29 - Mon, Sep 14

11:15 pm - 5:00 am

SFO

LIM

27h 45m

2 stops

8:15 am - 11:58 pm

LIM

SFO

17h 43m

2 stops

$624Delta

Sun, Aug 16 - Tue, Aug 25

8:23 am - 10:10 pm

SFO

LIM

11h 47m

1 stop

8:50 am - 9:10 pm

LIM

SFO

38h 20m

2 stops

$627Multiple Airlines

Wed, Aug 19 - Wed, Aug 26

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LATAM Airlines flights from San Francisco to Lima

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LATAM Airlines

Aug 19

SFO7:13 amSan Francisco

12h 57m

1 stop

LIM10:10 pmLima J Chavez Intl

Aug 26

LIM12:00 pmLima J Chavez Intl

12h 15m

1 stop

SFO10:15 pmSan Francisco

$601

LATAM Airlines

Aug 18

SFO7:13 amSan Francisco

12h 57m

1 stop

LIM10:10 pmLima J Chavez Intl

Aug 25

LIM12:05 amLima J Chavez Intl

21h 34m

1 stop

SFO7:39 pmSan Francisco

$619

LATAM Airlines

Sep 1

SFO7:13 amSan Francisco

12h 57m

1 stop

LIM10:10 pmLima J Chavez Intl

Sep 7

LIM12:50 amLima J Chavez Intl

23h 17m

1 stop

SFO10:07 pmSan Francisco

$633

Avianca flights from San Francisco to Lima

Our best Avianca deals on San Francisco to Lima flight tickets

Avianca

Aug 29

SFO2:15 pmSan Francisco

11h 15m

1 stop

LIM3:30 amLima J Chavez Intl

Sep 12

LIM7:30 amLima J Chavez Intl

18h 25m

2 stops

SFO11:55 pmSan Francisco

$635

Avianca

Aug 29

SFO2:15 pmSan Francisco

11h 15m

1 stop

LIM3:30 amLima J Chavez Intl

Sep 12

LIM7:30 amLima J Chavez Intl

18h 25m

2 stops

SFO11:55 pmSan Francisco

$645

Avianca

Aug 29

SFO11:55 pmSan Francisco

14h 35m

2 stops

LIM4:30 pmLima J Chavez Intl

Sep 4

LIM7:30 amLima J Chavez Intl

17h 05m

2 stops

SFO10:35 pmSan Francisco

$649

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SFO - LIM

SFOLIM

San Francisco

Wed 8/19

7:13 am-10:10 pm

1 stop12h 57m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Wed 8/26

12:00 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop12h 15m

$601

San FranciscoLima

SFO - LIM

SFOLIM

San Francisco

Wed 8/19

7:22 pm-6:30 am

2 stops33h 08m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Tue 8/25

12:05 am-7:39 pm

1 stop21h 34m

$603

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

6:30 am-11:18 pm

1 stop18h 48m

$606

San FranciscoLima

SFO - LIM

SFOLIM

San Francisco

Tue 9/1

8:23 am-10:10 pm

1 stop11h 47m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Tue 9/8

1:30 pm-3:49 pm

2 stops28h 19m

$608

San FranciscoLima

SFO - LIM

SFOLIM

San Francisco

Tue 9/1

8:08 am-4:10 am

2 stops18h 02m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Tue 9/8

10:00 pm-4:57 pm

1 stop20h 57m

$611

San FranciscoLima

SFO - LIM

SFOLIM

San Francisco

Tue 8/4

4:30 pm-8:05 am

1 stop13h 35m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Tue 8/18

12:00 pm-1:31 pm

1 stop27h 31m

$614

San FranciscoLima

SFO - LIM

SFOLIM

San Francisco

Tue 8/18

7:13 am-10:10 pm

1 stop12h 57m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Tue 8/25

12:05 am-7:39 pm

1 stop21h 34m

$619

San FranciscoLima

SFO - LIM

SFOLIM

San Francisco

Sat 8/29

9:35 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop22h 50m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Mon 9/14

11:45 pm-11:18 pm

1 stop25h 33m

$622

San FranciscoLima

SFO - LIM

SFOLIM

San Francisco

Sun 8/16

11:15 pm-5:00 am

2 stops27h 45m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Tue 8/25

8:15 am-11:58 pm

2 stops17h 43m

$624

San FranciscoLima

SFO - LIM

SFOLIM

San Francisco

Wed 8/19

8:23 am-10:10 pm

1 stop11h 47m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Wed 8/26

8:50 am-9:10 pm

2 stops38h 20m

$627

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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 $690 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 2% 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 June 2026, prices for San Francisco to Lima flights are approximately 31% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from San Francisco to Lima

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from San Francisco to Lima according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.

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Fastest flight time	12h 05m
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The fastest flight from San Francisco to Lima takes 12h 05m

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 05m, 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 June 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 15%, and Delta at 11%.

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Copa Airlines	PriceFrom $323	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,569 reviews	Search Copa Airlines flights
Avianca	PriceFrom $349	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.5 2,535 reviews	Search Avianca flights
Delta	PriceFrom $351	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,445 reviews	Search Delta flights
LATAM Airlines	PriceFrom $393	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,942 reviews	Search LATAM Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $523	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,768 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $523	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,893 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
GOL	PriceFrom $592	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,242 reviews	Search GOL flights
Aeromexico	PriceFrom $783	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,485 reviews	Search Aeromexico flights

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