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$203+ Cheap flights from Lima (LIM) to San José (SJO)

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 6/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LIM — SJO
Jul 16 — Jul 231
Thu 7/16
Thu 7/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Lima J Chavez Intl to San José Juan Santamaria Intl are usually found in November or February, booked 57 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Monday and return on a Thursday

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Cheapest flights from Lima to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Lima to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 16, 2026.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/291:40 am
LIM
-
SJO
1 stop14h 45m
Avianca
Tue 7/143:10 pm
SJO
-
LIM
1 stop11h 20m
Avianca
Deal found 6/12$429
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/1712:45 pm
LIM
-
SJO
Nonstop3h 55m
LATAM Airlines
Sun 8/234:55 pm
SJO
-
LIM
Nonstop3h 45m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 6/11$436
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/2012:45 pm
LIM
-
SJO
Nonstop3h 55m
LATAM Airlines
Wed 8/264:55 pm
SJO
-
LIM
Nonstop3h 45m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 6/11$439
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 8/312:15 am
LIM
-
SJO
1 stop12h 36m
Copa Airlines
Thu 9/36:17 pm
SJO
-
LIM
1 stop6h 03m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 6/11$447
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/3012:45 pm
LIM
-
SJO
Nonstop3h 55m
LATAM Airlines
Tue 7/144:55 pm
SJO
-
LIM
Nonstop3h 45m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 6/12$452
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Mon 7/612:45 pm
LIM
-
SJO
Nonstop3h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 7/274:00 pm
SJO
-
LIM
1 stop7h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$453
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Fri 7/37:30 am
LIM
-
SJO
1 stop8h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 7/68:30 am
SJO
-
LIM
1 stop6h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$454
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/1712:45 pm
LIM
-
SJO
Nonstop3h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 8/234:00 pm
SJO
-
LIM
1 stop7h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$456
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 7/3011:45 am
LIM
-
SJO
1 stop13h 10m
Avianca
Thu 8/64:35 pm
SJO
-
LIM
2 stops9h 55m
Avianca
Deal found 6/11$457
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/3012:45 pm
LIM
-
SJO
Nonstop3h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 7/147:45 pm
SJO
-
LIM
1 stop6h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$458

Find flight deals from Lima to San José

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Lima (LIM) to San José (SJO). 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 June 16, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$429
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$203
(Super.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$409

Good round-trip deal

$577 or less

Good one-way deal

$258 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($27 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Lima to San José 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 June 16, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Lima to San José that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

LimaSan José

LIM - SJO

LIMSJO

Lima J Chavez Intl

Mon 8/17

4:00 am-1:51 pm

1 stop10h 51m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 8/23

5:55 pm-12:55 am

1 stop6h 00m

$447

LimaSan José

LIM - SJO

LIMSJO

Lima J Chavez Intl

Mon 8/31

2:15 am-1:51 pm

1 stop12h 36m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 9/3

6:17 pm-1:20 am

1 stop6h 03m

$447
Quickest round-trip

LimaSan José

LIM - SJO

LIMSJO

Lima J Chavez Intl

Mon 8/17

2:35 am-9:04 am

1 stop7h 29m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 8/23

6:17 pm-1:20 am

1 stop6h 03m

$447

LimaSan José

LIM - SJO

LIMSJO

Lima J Chavez Intl

Fri 9/11

2:15 am-9:04 am

1 stop7h 49m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 9/19

12:05 pm-1:20 am

1 stop12h 15m

$447

LimaSan José

LIM - SJO

LIMSJO

Lima J Chavez Intl

Fri 6/26

2:35 am-11:06 am

1 stop9h 31m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 7/3

4:08 am-3:40 pm

1 stop10h 32m

$447

LimaSan José

LIM - SJO

LIMSJO

Lima J Chavez Intl

Fri 7/3

2:35 am-11:06 am

1 stop9h 31m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 7/6

12:06 pm-12:55 am

1 stop11h 49m

$447

LimaSan José

LIM - SJO

LIMSJO

Lima J Chavez Intl

Mon 8/17

2:15 am-9:04 am

1 stop7h 49m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 8/21

8:45 am-7:15 pm

1 stop9h 30m

$447

LimaSan José

LIM - SJO

LIMSJO

Lima J Chavez Intl

Tue 9/1

7:00 am-1:51 pm

1 stop7h 51m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 9/6

12:05 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop10h 35m

$447

LimaSan José

LIM - SJO

LIMSJO

Lima J Chavez Intl

Mon 8/10

2:15 am-1:51 pm

1 stop12h 36m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 9/15

8:12 am-3:40 pm

1 stop6h 28m

$447

LimaSan José

LIM - SJO

LIMSJO

Lima J Chavez Intl

Wed 9/2

2:35 am-9:04 am

1 stop7h 29m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/9

5:55 pm-1:20 am

1 stop6h 25m

$447

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Booking 56 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Lima to San José. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lima to San José (average of $376). Flying from Lima to San José in July is currently the most expensive (average of $466). 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 LIM to SJO?

Find hourly flight availability from Lima to San José. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 16, 2026.

When flying from Lima to San José, 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 Lima to San José?

Reviews of airlines servicing San José

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San José. 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 San José. Reviews last updated June 16, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Copa Airlines,LATAM Airlines, andAvianca from Lima to San José have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,569 reviews

Food

6.9

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2026

LIM - PTY

Fast boarding, polite and helpful staff. Lowest cost across all airlines
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,569 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,569 reviews

Food

6.9

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2026

LIM - PTY

Fast boarding, polite and helpful staff. Lowest cost across all airlines
LATAM Airlines
7.4
Good
1,934 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,569 reviews

Food

6.9

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2026

LIM - PTY

Fast boarding, polite and helpful staff. Lowest cost across all airlines
Avianca
6.5
Okay
2,531 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,569 reviews

Food

6.9

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2026

LIM - PTY

Fast boarding, polite and helpful staff. Lowest cost across all airlines

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airports do I use to fly from Lima to San José?

    Booking a flight from Lima J Chavez Intl (LIM) to San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) is your only option if you wish to fly from Lima to San José. On a typical day, there is 1 flight from J Chavez Intl to Juan Santamaria Intl, all of which are around 3h 55m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 3 airlines when you book a flight from J Chavez Intl to San José.

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

    Within the past month, 3 users have taken a look at flights from Lima J Chavez Intl to San José Juan Santamaria Intl.

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

    Copa Airlines can get you from Lima to San José in just under 10h 51m. Your travel time can differ by up to . The distance from Lima to San José is about 1596 mi.

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

    Avianca, at $166, was found to be the cheapest airline from Lima to San José.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Copa Airlines and LATAM Airlines. Avianca is 57% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is LATAM Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $168. However, be on the lookout for offers from Copa Airlines and Avianca, as they are both options that can get you from Lima to San José for a low price.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $193. While the most popular route (Lima J Chavez Intl - San José Juan Santamaria Intl) can be booked for $455 on average, our data indicates $555 when flying from Lima to San José.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lima to San José (average of $376). Flying from Lima to San José in July is currently the most expensive (average of $466). 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 Lima to San José

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Lima to San José. 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 June 16, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AviancaCheapest$166Average$394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$185Average$390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$212Average$458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%

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