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$244+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Lima (LIM)

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SFO — LIM
Feb 20 — Feb 271
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Lima

Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Lima
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Lima. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2026.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/1411:55 pm
SFO
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LIM
2 stops22h 40m
Avianca
Thu 5/286:45 pm
LIM
-
SFO
2 stops20h 05m
Avianca
Deal found 1/20$501
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
Sat 4/252:15 pm
SFO
-
LIM
1 stop11h 15m
Avianca
Tue 5/53:05 am
LIM
-
SFO
1 stop21h 30m
Avianca
Deal found 1/19$502
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
Fri 1/231:20 pm
SFO
-
LIM
1 stop11h 10m
Avianca
Fri 2/273:00 am
LIM
-
SFO
1 stop12h 00m
Avianca
Deal found 1/19$504
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Mon 4/132:15 pm
SFO
-
LIM
1 stop11h 15m
Avianca
Thu 4/233:05 am
LIM
-
SFO
1 stop21h 30m
Avianca
Deal found 1/20$505
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/132:15 pm
SFO
-
LIM
1 stop11h 15m
Avianca
Sun 4/263:05 am
LIM
-
SFO
1 stop11h 45m
Avianca
Deal found 1/21$509
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 1/301:20 pm
SFO
-
LIM
1 stop11h 10m
Avianca
Mon 2/95:35 pm
LIM
-
SFO
2 stops32h 45m
Avianca
Deal found 1/20$510
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 1/2512:42 am
SFO
-
LIM
1 stop11h 58m
Copa Airlines
Wed 2/410:30 am
LIM
-
SFO
1 stop15h 50m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 1/21$511
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/51:20 pm
SFO
-
LIM
1 stop11h 10m
Avianca
Wed 3/112:55 am
LIM
-
SFO
2 stops22h 45m
Avianca
Deal found 1/21$512
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/181:20 pm
SFO
-
LIM
1 stop11h 10m
Avianca
Wed 2/255:35 pm
LIM
-
SFO
2 stops31h 15m
Avianca
Deal found 1/21$513
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Sat 2/211:35 am
SFO
-
LIM
2 stops16h 20m
Avianca
Wed 3/117:30 am
LIM
-
SFO
2 stops17h 20m
Avianca
Deal found 1/21$516
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
Wed 2/181:20 pm
SFO
-
LIM
2 stops18h 25m
Avianca
Tue 3/177:30 am
LIM
-
SFO
2 stops17h 20m
Avianca
Deal found 1/19$518
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
Sat 2/211:35 am
SFO
-
LIM
2 stops16h 20m
Avianca
Sat 3/73:00 am
LIM
-
SFO
1 stop12h 00m
Avianca
Deal found 1/19$520

Find flight deals from San Francisco to Lima

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) 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 January 21, 2026.

Most accurate provider

Justfly.com
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Justfly.com
3 stars

Round-trip from

$501
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$244
(Avianca)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$669
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Francisco-Lima J Chavez Intl flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for San Francisco-Lima J Chavez Intl flights.
From San Francisco to Lima J Chavez Intl
One-way flight from San Francisco to Lima J Chavez Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($44 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($20 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 January 21, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Lima that are best for you.

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San FranciscoLima

SFO - LIM

SFOLIM

San Francisco

Sun 4/26

11:55 pm-7:20 pm

2 stops17h 25m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Tue 5/5

3:05 am-10:35 pm

1 stop21h 30m

$502

San FranciscoLima

SFO - LIM

SFOLIM

San Francisco

Mon 3/2

12:54 am-12:55 am

1 stop21h 01m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Wed 3/25

1:20 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop12h 20m

$511

San FranciscoLima

SFO - LIM

SFOLIM

San Francisco

Mon 4/6

1:23 am-11:40 pm

1 stop20h 17m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Tue 4/28

11:00 am-11:40 pm

1 stop14h 40m

$511

San FranciscoLima

SFO - LIM

SFOLIM

San Francisco

Sun 4/19

1:23 am-7:15 pm

1 stop15h 52m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Wed 4/29

1:20 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop12h 20m

$511

San FranciscoLima

SFO - LIM

SFOLIM

San Francisco

Tue 2/3

12:42 am-1:20 am

1 stop21h 38m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Wed 2/11

10:30 am-11:20 pm

1 stop15h 50m

$511

San FranciscoLima

SFO - LIM

SFOLIM

San Francisco

Sat 1/31

5:00 am-11:55 pm

1 stop15h 55m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Wed 2/11

1:50 am-12:11 pm

1 stop13h 21m

$523

San FranciscoLima

SFO - LIM

SFOLIM

San Francisco

Mon 2/2

5:00 am-11:55 pm

1 stop15h 55m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Thu 2/5

1:50 am-5:50 pm

1 stop19h 00m

$523

San FranciscoLima

SFO - LIM

SFOLIM

San Francisco

Sun 2/22

11:59 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop20h 56m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Tue 3/10

1:10 am-5:48 pm

1 stop18h 38m

$523

San FranciscoLima

SFO - LIM

SFOLIM

San Francisco

Wed 3/4

12:54 am-12:55 am

1 stop21h 01m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Thu 3/26

10:30 am-11:40 pm

1 stop15h 10m

$531

San FranciscoLima

SFO - LIM

SFOLIM

San Francisco

Sat 2/21

12:42 am-7:15 pm

1 stop15h 33m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Wed 3/11

1:20 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop12h 20m

$531

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Compare providers for flights from San Francisco to Lima

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Francisco to Lima in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Lima flights, users find the pricing of Justfly.com to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Justfly.com Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Lima flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Justfly.com >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Lima flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Lima flights, Cheapflights users trust Justfly.com the most. Justfly.com has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Francisco-Lima flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Lima

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Lima from San Francisco with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Lima

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Lima. Price data was last updated on January 16, 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from San Francisco to Lima may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 55 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Lima (average of $265). Flying from San Francisco to Lima in April is currently the most expensive (average of $504). 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San Francisco 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 January 21, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, Copa Airlines, and LATAM Airlines from San Francisco to Lima to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

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.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

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.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

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.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

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.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

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.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

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 Francisco to Lima. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • How long is the flight from San Francisco to Lima?

    Avianca and Copa Airlines can get you from San Francisco to Lima in just under 17h 25m. Your travel time can differ by up to 3h 36m. San Francisco and Lima are separated by a distance of 4508 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Flying on Avianca is currently your cheapest option to Lima, with prices starting at $314. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Copa Airlines and LATAM Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $348 and $371, respectively. Users have found that Avianca is 55% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Avianca, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $230. Delta flights start at $292 while deals on American Airlines start at $330 one-way.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San Francisco to Lima?

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Panama City?

    Panama City travelers tend to visit Panama Old Cathedral, Amador Causeway, and Panama Canal more than any other notable places. Those on a layover in Panama City interested in visiting Panama Old Cathedral, Amador Causeway, or Panama Canal can do so by traveling 13.2 mi, 14.7 mi, and 15.1 mi, respectively from Panama City Tocumen Intl. Those on a layover in Panama City in need of a rental car can book one at Panama City Tocumen Intl for about $15.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a layover in Los Angeles?

    Los Angeles travelers tend to visit Hollywood Bowl, Hollywood Walk of Fame, and Little Tokyo more than any other attractions. Hollywood Bowl, Hollywood Walk of Fame, and Little Tokyo can be accessed by traveling approximately 12.5 mi, 11.7 mi, and 12.1 mi, respectively from Los Angeles. Those on a layover in Los Angeles in need of a rental car can book one at Los Angeles for about $41.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for San Francisco to Lima flights?

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco 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 Francisco to Lima?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Lima (average of $265). Flying from San Francisco to Lima in April is currently the most expensive (average of $504). 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 7 airlines flying from San Francisco to Lima

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 January 21, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AviancaCheapest$314Average$605FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$348Average$690FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$371Average$761FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
DeltaCheapest$443Average$796FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$530Average$771FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$619Average$818FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
AeromexicoCheapest$674Average$771FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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