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$232+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Lima (LIM)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — LIM
Jul 16 — Jul 231
Wed 7/16
Wed 7/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Diego to Lima J Chavez Intl are usually found in February or October, booked 43 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Lima

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) to Lima (LIM). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated July 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$452
(Copa Airlines)

One-way from

$232
(Copa Airlines)

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June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$788
From San Diego to Lima J Chavez Intl
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Lima
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Lima. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 11, 2025.

This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/79:08 pmSAN - LIM
1 stop20h 07mCopa Airlines
Mon 9/227:00 amLIM - SAN
1 stop12h 50mCopa Airlines
Deal found 7/8$452
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/210:54 amSAN - LIM
2 stops14h 31mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/151:40 amLIM - SAN
2 stops16h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/9$604
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure LATAM Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/86:15 amSAN - LIM
1 stop13h 55mLATAM Airlines
Thu 10/1612:50 amLIM - SAN
1 stop16h 30mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 7/8$612
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/149:30 pmSAN - LIM
1 stop21h 40mDelta
Mon 8/2512:00 pmLIM - SAN
1 stop12h 54mDelta
Deal found 7/10$645
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/2410:17 pmSAN - LIM
1 stop20h 13mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/910:00 pmLIM - SAN
2 stops19h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/8$647
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/2412:01 pmSAN - LIM
1 stop32h 59mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/1412:40 amLIM - SAN
1 stop21h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/10$656

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to Lima that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Lima that are best for you.

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San Diego

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Lima

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Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoLima

SAN - LIM

SANLIM

San Diego

Sun 9/7

9:08 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop20h 07m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Mon 9/22

7:00 am-5:50 pm

1 stop12h 50m

$452

San DiegoLima

SAN - LIM

SANLIM

San Diego

Tue 9/2

10:54 am-3:25 am

2 stops14h 31m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Mon 9/15

1:40 am-4:31 pm

2 stops16h 51m

$604

San DiegoLima

SAN - LIM

SANLIM

San Diego

Wed 10/8

6:15 am-10:10 pm

1 stop13h 55m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Thu 10/16

12:50 am-3:20 pm

1 stop16h 30m

$612

San DiegoLima

SAN - LIM

SANLIM

San Diego

Thu 8/14

9:30 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop21h 40m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Mon 8/25

12:00 pm-10:54 pm

1 stop12h 54m

$645

San DiegoLima

SAN - LIM

SANLIM

San Diego

Sun 8/24

10:17 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop20h 13m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Tue 9/9

10:00 pm-3:21 pm

2 stops19h 21m

$647

San DiegoLima

SAN - LIM

SANLIM

San Diego

Wed 9/24

12:01 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop32h 59m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Tue 10/14

12:40 am-8:02 pm

1 stop21h 22m

$656

San DiegoLima

SAN - LIM

SANLIM

San Diego

Sun 8/24

9:03 pm-3:40 pm

1 stop16h 37m

$232

San DiegoLima

SAN - LIM

SANLIM

San Diego

Sun 8/24

6:15 am-2:35 pm

2 stops30h 20m

$267

San DiegoLima

SAN - LIM

SANLIM

San Diego

Sun 8/24

6:15 am-3:25 am

3 stops19h 10m

$301

San DiegoLima

SAN - LIM

SANLIM

San Diego

Sun 8/24

5:56 pm-11:00 pm

3 stops27h 04m

$499

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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Lima

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to Lima

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Diego to Lima?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Lima. Price data was last updated on June 27, 2025.

The best time to book flights from San Diego to Lima is 43 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to Lima?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Lima (average of $499). Flying from San Diego to Lima in December is currently the most expensive (average of $802). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SAN to LIM?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to Lima. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 11, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 9% on flights from San Diego to Lima by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Diego to Lima?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Diego to Lima. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to Lima flight should consider departing on Monday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San Diego to Lima?

Reviews of airlines servicing Lima

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Lima. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Lima. Reviews last updated July 11, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, LATAM Airlines, and Copa Airlines from San Diego to Lima have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,951 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,951 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,951 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,807 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,951 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,475 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,951 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,846 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,951 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,951 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Diego to Lima. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Diego to Lima round-trip?

    Flying on Copa Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Lima, with prices starting at $452. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by LATAM Airlines and Delta, with the lowest prices starting at $612 and $645, respectively. Copa Airlines is 44% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Diego to Lima one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Copa Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $232. Users have also found prices from $301 and $499 on Avianca and United Airlines, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Diego to Lima that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Diego to Lima flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Diego to Lima?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Diego to Lima.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Diego to Lima?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego to Lima by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to Lima?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Lima (average of $499). Flying from San Diego to Lima in December is currently the most expensive (average of $802). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 5 airlines flying from San Diego to Lima

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from San Diego to Lima. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Copa AirlinesCheapest$387Average$698FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$593Average$822FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$633Average$787FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$644Average$858FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$644Average$803FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%

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