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Cheap Flights from San Jose Juan Santamaria to Lima

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Flight deals from San Jose Juan Santamaria to Lima

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Jose Juan Santamaria to Lima? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Lima.R 2,698 per passenger.Departing Sat, 13 Sep.One-way flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Sat, 13 Sep, arriving in Lima.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,698, select.
Lima.R 2,707 per passenger.Departing Sun, 16 Nov.One-way flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Sun, 16 Nov, arriving in Lima.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,707, select.
Lima.R 2,714 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Oct.One-way flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departs from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Wed, 1 Oct, arriving in Lima.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,714, select.
Lima.R 2,728 per passenger.Departing Fri, 22 Aug.One-way flight with Copa.Outbound indirect flight with Copa, departs from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Fri, 22 Aug, arriving in Lima.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,728, select.
Lima.R 2,759 per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Sep.One-way flight with LATAM Airlines.Outbound direct flight with LATAM Airlines departs from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Thu, 11 Sep, arriving in Lima.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,759, select.
Lima.R 2,759 per passenger.Departing Mon, 25 Aug.One-way flight with LATAM Airlines.Outbound direct flight with LATAM Airlines departs from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Mon, 25 Aug, arriving in Lima.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,759, select.
Lima.R 2,774 per passenger.Departing Sun, 19 Oct.One-way flight with LATAM Airlines.Outbound direct flight with LATAM Airlines departs from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Sun, 19 Oct, arriving in Lima.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,774, select.
Lima.R 2,841 per passenger.Departing Tue, 4 Nov.One-way flight with LATAM Airlines.Outbound direct flight with LATAM Airlines departs from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Tue, 4 Nov, arriving in Lima.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,841, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Jose Juan Santamaria to Lima

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Jose Juan Santamaria to Lima flights are currently cheapest in September.
Aug
from R 2,728
Sep
from R 2,698
Oct
from R 2,714
Nov
from R 2,707
Dec
from R 3,019
Jan
from R 3,150
Feb
from R 3,151
Mar
from R 3,142
Apr
from R 3,153
May
from R 3,150
Jun
from R 3,159
Jul
from R 3,154

Direct flights from San Jose Juan Santamaria to Lima

San Jose Juan Santamaria to Lima: Alternative routes

Compare routes from San Jose Juan Santamaria to Lima below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Lima.

San Jose to Lima: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 2,698
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time3 hrs, 40 mins
Most popular airlineLATAM Airlines
Average flights per week16

Finding cheap flights from San Jose Juan Santamaria to Lima: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from San Jose Juan Santamaria to Lima is R 5,070. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
3 hours and 40 minutes is the average flight time from San Jose Juan Santamaria to Lima.
LATAM Airlines, LATAM Airlines Peru and Air Canada fly direct from San Jose Juan Santamaria to Lima.
As of August 2025, there are 16 flights per week flying from San Jose Juan Santamaria to Lima.
The cheapest month to fly from San Jose Juan Santamaria to Lima is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to Lima Airport on Wednesday, 17 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 40 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Lima but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Lima is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Avianca and LATAM Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Lima.

Travelling from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM): what you need to know

  • The average duration of a direct flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport is 3 hours 40 minutes.

  • The timezone in Lima is UTC-5, which is one hour ahead of San Jose.

  • Choose from 14 weekly Juan Santamaria International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport flights. The 17:00 departure with LATAM Airlines is the earliest flight available. LATAM Airlines operates the last service of the day at 17:05.

  • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your SJO to LIM flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.

  • You can expect bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.

  • LATAM Airlines offers direct flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Lima — and maybe even more of Peru if your schedule allows.

  • LATAM Airlines is the top choice for travellers on this route.

  • With a reliable 91.67% of services arriving as planned, LATAM Airlines has the best on-time performance for SJO to LIM flights.

  • If you want to break up your flight, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport. These are the top stopovers between SJO and LIM:

    • El Dorado International Airport

    • Jose Maria Cordova International Airport

    • Tocumen International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)

  • R 2,698 is the lowest price for a one-way Juan Santamaria International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport flight. Return flights start from R 5,070. These prices may change based on availability.

  • Book seven months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from SJO to LIM.

  • Organise your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across every month.

  • Never miss a deal on cheap flights from SJO to LIM by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.

  • Find the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)

  • Of all flights departing from Juan Santamaria International Airport, 79.83% touch down on time at their destination.

  • Central San Jose to Juan Santamaria International Airport is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.

  • Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 2 hours 20 minutes.

  • Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near SJO. Whether you have an early flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:

Arriving at Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)

  • If you have a late Juan Santamaria International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near LIM:

  • Hit the road running by picking up a Jorge Chavez International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Sixt, Alamo or Budget and explore beyond Lima's usual tourist stops.

  • Booking your vehicle from Jorge Chavez International Airport around three weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.

Getting from Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) to central Lima

  • Jorge Chavez International Airport is approximately 10 kilometres from central Lima. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.

  • It takes roughly 35 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.

When to fly to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport is April, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Lima based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.

  • The warmest month in Lima is February, with the temperature ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Lock in your flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.

  • If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SJO to LIM in August. Average temperatures are between 14ºC (57ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) then.

Explore more of Peru

  • You've done Lima, now it's time to explore more of Peru. Travel about 11 kilometres west to Callao to tick off its leading attractions. From Temático Marina de Guerra Del Peru Park to Los Jazmines Park and Monumento a Santa Rosa de Lima, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.

  • If there's time to check out another corner of Peru, head for Trujillo, roughly 483 kilometres north-west of Lima. Portada Moche. Santa Rosa. Entrada Huaca del sol. Huaco Fertilidad. Parque temático Moche, Plaza de Armas El Milagro and Plaza de Armas de Trujillo are among the biggest draws.

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