$189 Cheap Flights from Lima (LIM) to San José (SJO)

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Cheap Flights from Lima to San José (LIM-SJO)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $189 for one-way flights and $379 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Arajet
Mon, Jul 21 - Sat, Jul 26
LIM
Lima
SJO
San José
$379 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$379
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Arajet flight, departing Mon, Jul 21 from Lima to San José, returning Sat, Jul 26, priced at $379 found 1 hour ago
Arajet
Mon, Aug 25 - Sun, Aug 31
LIM
Lima
SJO
San José
$383 Roundtrip, just found
$383
Roundtrip
just found
Select Arajet flight, departing Mon, Aug 25 from Lima to San José, returning Sun, Aug 31, priced at $383 just found
Arajet
Mon, Jul 21 - Wed, Aug 20
LIM
Lima
SJO
San José
$393 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$393
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Arajet flight, departing Mon, Jul 21 from Lima to San José, returning Wed, Aug 20, priced at $393 found 1 day ago
Copa
Tue, Nov 11 - Wed, Dec 10
LIM
Lima
SJO
San José
$398 Roundtrip, just found
$398
Roundtrip
just found
Select Copa flight, departing Tue, Nov 11 from Lima to San José, returning Wed, Dec 10, priced at $398 just found
Copa
Thu, Sep 11 - Mon, Sep 15
LIM
Lima
SJO
San José
$404 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$404
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Copa flight, departing Thu, Sep 11 from Lima to San José, returning Mon, Sep 15, priced at $404 found 1 day ago
Copa
Thu, Sep 11 - Mon, Sep 15
LIM
Lima
SJO
San José
$407 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$407
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Copa flight, departing Thu, Sep 11 from Lima to San José, returning Mon, Sep 15, priced at $407 found 1 day ago
Copa
Wed, Aug 20 - Mon, Aug 25
LIM
Lima
SJO
San José
$410 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$410
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Copa flight, departing Wed, Aug 20 from Lima to San José, returning Mon, Aug 25, priced at $410 found 2 hours ago
LATAM Airlines Group
Wed, Aug 20 - Mon, Aug 25
LIM
Lima
SJO
San José
$411 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$411
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select LATAM Airlines Group flight, departing Wed, Aug 20 from Lima to San José, returning Mon, Aug 25, priced at $411 found 2 hours ago
avianca
Tue, Aug 26 - Sun, Aug 31
LIM
Lima
SJO
San José
$568 Roundtrip, just found
$568
Roundtrip
just found
Select avianca flight, departing Tue, Aug 26 from Lima to San José, returning Sun, Aug 31, priced at $568 just found
Euroairlines
Mon, Sep 22 - Mon, Sep 29
LIM
Lima
SJO
San José
$675 Roundtrip, found 13 hours ago
$675
Roundtrip
found 13 hours ago
Select Euroairlines flight, departing Mon, Sep 22 from Lima to San José, returning Mon, Sep 29, priced at $675 found 13 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Lima (LIM) to San José (SJO)

November is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $282 - $450 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Flights from Lima (LIM) to San José (SJO)
Origin airport
Jorge Chávez Intl.
Destination airport
Juan Santamaría Intl.
Airlines serving
Copa, Euroairlines, LATAM Airlines Group, avianca
Roundtrip price
$378
Distance
1597 mi
Average flight time
3 hours 55 mins

Lima to San José Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Lima to San José

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Lima to San José are during the month of July. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Lima to San José with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Lima to San José

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Lima to San José: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Lima to San José

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Lima to San José in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $189 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Lima to San José flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Lima to San José airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Jorge Chavez Intl. Airport (LIM) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) cost?
Score cheap return tickets from Jorge Chavez Intl. Airport (LIM) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) starting from $439. Reserve your seat and get ready for takeoff. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a LATAM Airlines Group flight leaving LIM on July 3 2025 and touching down at SJO. The price was last updated on June 30 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from LIM to SJO?
Secure a low fare by booking your nonstop flight from LIM to SJO in March. You can find a one-way LATAM Airlines Group flight for $221 leaving on March 14 2026. This price is based on the cheapest direct flight found on Expedia for this route in the next 330 days. The price was last updated on June 30 2025 and remains unchanged.
Which airlines fly direct from Jorge Chavez Intl. Airport (LIM) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
When heading out of Jorge Chavez Intl. Airport (LIM), you can take a direct flight to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) with LATAM Airlines.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from LIM to SJO?
At the moment, the cheapest carrier operating one-way flights from LIM to SJO is LATAM Airlines Group. You can jet off on this route from $221. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from LIM on September 22 2025. Prices were last updated on June 30 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Jorge Chavez Intl. Airport (LIM) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
On average, there's only 1 direct flight leaving from Jorge Chavez Intl. Airport (LIM) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) each day. If this doesn't fit your plans, check out flights with layovers. Just filter your search on Expedia to include one or more stops to find a better alternative.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Jorge Chavez Intl. Airport (LIM) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
The 12 PM departures from LIM to SJO are the busiest. Greater demand means you'll likely pay more for these departures. If you want to save money, pick a less crowded time to fly.
What day of the week has the most flights from LIM to SJO?
Travel on a Friday if you're after the best choice of flights from Jorge Chavez Intl. Airport (LIM) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO).
What is the earliest flight from Jorge Chavez Intl. Airport (LIM) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
The first flight of the day leaving Jorge Chavez Intl. Airport (LIM) is at around 12:45PM UTC-5. Board this plane and you'll land at Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) at approximately 3:40PM UTC-6. The total time in the air is 3h 55m.
How long does it take to fly from Jorge Chavez Intl. Airport (LIM) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
It takes around 3 hours and 55 minutes to fly the 1,600 mi from LIM to SJO.
What airline has the least delays from LIM to SJO?
AVIANCA has the best performance for on-time direct flights from Jorge Chavez Intl. Airport (LIM) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO), with an on-time score of 100%. Use the Expedia App to look up your journey status before you take off and get notified of any changes.
What is the best time to fly from Jorge Chavez Intl. Airport (LIM) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
To avoid possible delays on the Jorge Chavez Intl. Airport (LIM) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) route, travel before 3 PM. Later departures have a 22% higher chance of cancellation.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for San José from Jorge Chavez Intl. Airport (LIM)?
Browse your flight options from Jorge Chavez Intl. Airport (LIM) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO). This is the only airport in San José you can land at if you're taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Jorge Chavez Intl. Airport (LIM) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) last-minute?
Holding off until just before your departure to book a ticket from LIM to SJO often results in higher prices. While you may find some last-minute deals, there's no guarantee. Keep your travel plans flexible to boost your chances of landing a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a LIM to SJO flight and hotel package?
You can save money by securing a LIM to SJO flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, travelers could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's easy to manage it all in one place. After choosing your preferred flights and accommodations, you can add extras such as tours, activities and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Jorge Chavez Intl. Airport (LIM) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
Generally, it's possible to reschedule or cancel your LIM to SJO flight. However, for bookings made more than 24 hours ago, additional fees may apply. Check your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are possible and if any costs are involved. You'll also find further details on our Customer Service portal.

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