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$166+ Cheap flights from San José (SJO) 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 5/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — LIM
May 25 — Jun 11
Mon 5/25
Mon 6/1
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Lima J Chavez Intl are usually found in April or May, booked 62 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Sunday

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Cheapest flights from San José to Lima
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San José to Lima. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 25, 2026.

This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Mon 5/118:47 am
SJO
-
LIM
1 stop5h 53m
Copa Airlines
Fri 5/154:00 am
LIM
-
SJO
1 stop6h 06m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 4/21$302
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/244:55 pm
SJO
-
LIM
Nonstop3h 45m
LATAM Airlines
Sun 5/3112:45 pm
LIM
-
SJO
Nonstop3h 55m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 4/20$303
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/204:55 pm
SJO
-
LIM
Nonstop3h 45m
LATAM Airlines
Sat 5/2312:45 pm
LIM
-
SJO
Nonstop3h 55m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 4/20$304
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/214:55 pm
SJO
-
LIM
Nonstop3h 45m
LATAM Airlines
Wed 5/2712:45 pm
LIM
-
SJO
Nonstop3h 55m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 4/24$305
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/265:50 am
SJO
-
LIM
1 stop12h 25m
Copa Airlines
Wed 6/34:40 pm
LIM
-
SJO
1 stop6h 07m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 4/20$307
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
Tue 5/124:55 pm
SJO
-
LIM
Nonstop3h 45m
LATAM Airlines
Fri 5/2912:45 pm
LIM
-
SJO
Nonstop3h 55m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 4/22$310
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Thu 8/208:45 am
SJO
-
LIM
1 stop13h 00m
Copa Airlines
Sun 8/302:15 am
LIM
-
SJO
1 stop8h 43m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 4/21$312
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
Mon 5/114:55 pm
SJO
-
LIM
Nonstop3h 45m
LATAM Airlines
Sun 5/1712:45 pm
LIM
-
SJO
Nonstop3h 55m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 4/22$315
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Mon 5/2510:05 am
SJO
-
LIM
1 stop8h 10m
Copa Airlines
Mon 6/11:20 pm
LIM
-
SJO
1 stop6h 41m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 4/21$318
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/126:19 pm
SJO
-
LIM
1 stop6h 01m
Copa Airlines
Mon 5/257:00 am
LIM
-
SJO
1 stop8h 04m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 4/22$322
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/2111:02 am
SJO
-
LIM
1 stop7h 13m
Copa Airlines
Sat 5/304:00 am
LIM
-
SJO
1 stop6h 06m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 4/20$324

Find flight deals from San José to Lima

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San José (SJO) 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 April 25, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$302
(Copa Airlines)

One-way from

$166
(Copa Airlines)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$336

Good round-trip deal

$400 or less

Good one-way deal

$226 or less
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from San José 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 April 25, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San José to Lima that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

San JoséLima

SJO - LIM

SJOLIM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 5/7

1:37 pm-12:55 am

1 stop10h 18m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Sat 5/16

7:00 am-2:04 pm

1 stop8h 04m

$302

San JoséLima

SJO - LIM

SJOLIM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 5/13

10:05 am-7:15 pm

1 stop8h 10m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Mon 5/18

7:00 am-7:01 pm

1 stop13h 01m

$302

San JoséLima

SJO - LIM

SJOLIM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 5/10

4:10 am-3:40 pm

1 stop10h 30m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Mon 5/18

2:15 am-12:21 pm

1 stop11h 06m

$302

San JoséLima

SJO - LIM

SJOLIM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 5/24

2:59 pm-1:20 am

1 stop9h 21m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Sun 5/31

4:00 am-9:06 am

1 stop6h 06m

$302

San JoséLima

SJO - LIM

SJOLIM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 5/5

6:19 pm-1:20 am

1 stop6h 01m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Sat 5/16

7:00 am-2:04 pm

1 stop8h 04m

$302
Quickest round-trip

San JoséLima

SJO - LIM

SJOLIM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 5/24

6:19 pm-1:20 am

1 stop6h 01m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Wed 5/27

4:40 pm-9:47 pm

1 stop6h 07m

$302

San JoséLima

SJO - LIM

SJOLIM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 5/7

1:37 pm-1:20 am

1 stop10h 43m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Sun 5/17

4:00 am-9:06 am

1 stop6h 06m

$302

San JoséLima

SJO - LIM

SJOLIM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 5/12

5:50 am-7:15 pm

1 stop12h 25m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Mon 5/18

2:35 am-12:21 pm

1 stop10h 46m

$302

San JoséLima

SJO - LIM

SJOLIM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 5/7

4:10 am-3:40 pm

1 stop10h 30m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Wed 5/13

4:00 am-9:06 am

1 stop6h 06m

$302

San JoséLima

SJO - LIM

SJOLIM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 5/24

5:50 am-3:40 pm

1 stop8h 50m

Lima J Chavez Intl

Wed 5/27

2:15 am-2:04 pm

1 stop12h 49m

$302

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Compare providers for flights from San José 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 José to Lima in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*1 star
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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 José-Lima flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San José-Lima flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San José-Lima flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San José-Lima flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 José-Lima flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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

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

The price you pay for your flight from San José to Lima may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 27 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 José to Lima?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José to Lima (average of $336). Flying from San José to Lima in July is currently the most expensive (average of $376). 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 SJO to LIM?

Find hourly flight availability from San José 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 April 25, 2026.

When flying from San José to Lima, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San José 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 April 25, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Copa Airlines,LATAM Airlines, andAvianca from San José 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.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,578 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Katerine,Mar 2026

LAX - PTY

Really i was expecting be more friendly with family’s, more when you travel with a infant. We expected like a priority to boarding or be friendly with the spots on the aeroplane.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,578 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,578 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Katerine,Mar 2026

LAX - PTY

Really i was expecting be more friendly with family’s, more when you travel with a infant. We expected like a priority to boarding or be friendly with the spots on the aeroplane.
LATAM Airlines
7.4
Good
1,911 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,578 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Katerine,Mar 2026

LAX - PTY

Really i was expecting be more friendly with family’s, more when you travel with a infant. We expected like a priority to boarding or be friendly with the spots on the aeroplane.
Avianca
6.5
Okay
2,514 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,578 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Katerine,Mar 2026

LAX - PTY

Really i was expecting be more friendly with family’s, more when you travel with a infant. We expected like a priority to boarding or be friendly with the spots on the aeroplane.

Related info for your journey

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  • How popular is this San José to Lima flight route?

    This flight path from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Lima J Chavez Intl was viewed by 16 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from San José to Lima?

    There are many flights that can get you from San José to Lima in 10h 18m. Fly via Copa Airlines to get the fastest option. San José and Lima are separated by a distance of 1596 mi.

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

    Currently priced at $176, Avianca will fly you from San José to Lima and back. In addition to Avianca, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Copa Airlines and LATAM Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $176 and $288, respectively. These flights start at 49% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    $137 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Avianca. You may also be able to find cheap deals on LATAM Airlines and Copa Airlines, with prices starting from $164 and $177, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San José to Lima?

    While on average a flight from San José to Lima is generally $398, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $173. When looking at the most popular route, (San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Lima J Chavez Intl), you can expect to pay $302 for that flight.

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

    San José to Lima flights have a layover in Panama City most of the time.

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

    Of the flights from San José to Lima that have layovers, the fewest flights stop in Bogotá.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José to Lima (average of $336). Flying from San José to Lima in July is currently the most expensive (average of $376). 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 3 airlines flying from San José to Lima

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from San José 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 April 25, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AviancaCheapest$176Average$338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$176Average$348FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$288Average$368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%

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