$180 Cheap Flights from San José (SJO) to Lima (LIM)

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

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $180 for one-way flights and $316 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Copa
Tue, Sep 23 - Tue, Sep 30
SJO
San José
LIM
Lima
$316 Roundtrip, just found
$316
Roundtrip
just found
Select Copa flight, departing Tue, Sep 23 from San José to Lima, returning Tue, Sep 30, priced at $316 just found
Copa
Mon, Aug 25 - Fri, Aug 29
SJO
San José
LIM
Lima
$327 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$327
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Copa flight, departing Mon, Aug 25 from San José to Lima, returning Fri, Aug 29, priced at $327 found 4 hours ago
Copa
Tue, Aug 26 - Sun, Aug 31
SJO
San José
LIM
Lima
$329 Roundtrip, just found
$329
Roundtrip
just found
Select Copa flight, departing Tue, Aug 26 from San José to Lima, returning Sun, Aug 31, priced at $329 just found
Copa
Wed, Oct 1 - Mon, Oct 6
SJO
San José
LIM
Lima
$339 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$339
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select Copa flight, departing Wed, Oct 1 from San José to Lima, returning Mon, Oct 6, priced at $339 found 10 hours ago
Copa
Sun, Aug 17 - Tue, Aug 26
SJO
San José
LIM
Lima
$339 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$339
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Copa flight, departing Sun, Aug 17 from San José to Lima, returning Tue, Aug 26, priced at $339 found 2 hours ago
Copa
Thu, Oct 2 - Wed, Oct 8
SJO
San José
LIM
Lima
$342 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$342
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Copa flight, departing Thu, Oct 2 from San José to Lima, returning Wed, Oct 8, priced at $342 found 1 hour ago
Copa
Tue, Sep 23 - Tue, Sep 30
SJO
San José
LIM
Lima
$344 Roundtrip, just found
$344
Roundtrip
just found
Select Copa flight, departing Tue, Sep 23 from San José to Lima, returning Tue, Sep 30, priced at $344 just found
LATAM Airlines Group
Wed, Jul 23 - Mon, Aug 4
SJO
San José
LIM
Lima
$362 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$362
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select LATAM Airlines Group flight, departing Wed, Jul 23 from San José to Lima, returning Mon, Aug 4, priced at $362 found 2 hours ago
avianca
Tue, Sep 23 - Tue, Sep 30
SJO
San José
LIM
Lima
$503 Roundtrip, just found
$503
Roundtrip
just found
Select avianca flight, departing Tue, Sep 23 from San José to Lima, returning Tue, Sep 30, priced at $503 just found
Euroairlines
Wed, Nov 12 - Wed, Nov 19
SJO
San José
LIM
Lima
$673 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$673
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Euroairlines flight, departing Wed, Nov 12 from San José to Lima, returning Wed, Nov 19, priced at $673 found 5 hours ago

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

June is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $269 - $369 per traveler.

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Alternative airports near Lima

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Select flight to Jorge Chavez Intl. LIM. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 28 minutes. Flights from $394
LIM
Jorge Chavez Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center28 min
Flights from $394
Flights from San José (SJO) to Lima (LIM)
Origin airport
Juan Santamaría Intl.
Destination airport
Jorge Chávez Intl.
Airlines serving
Copa, Euroairlines, LATAM Airlines Group, avianca
Roundtrip price
$316
Distance
1597 mi
Average flight time
3 hours 40 mins

San José to Lima Flights

The cheapest times to fly from San José to Lima

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 San José to Lima are during the month of September. You can find some of the cheapest flights from San José to Lima with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

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

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from San José to Lima: 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 San José to Lima

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 San José to Lima in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $180 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 San José to Lima 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 San José to Lima 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 Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Jorge Chavez Intl. Airport (LIM) cost?
You can pick up cheap return tickets starting at $371 from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Jorge Chavez Intl. Airport (LIM). 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 SJO on August 7 2025 and touching down at LIM. The price was last updated on July 11 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from SJO to LIM?
The cheapest flights from SJO to LIM are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Jorge Chavez Intl. Airport (LIM)?
Catch a nonstop flight with LATAM Airlines and travel straight from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Jorge Chavez Intl. Airport (LIM).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from SJO to LIM?
At the moment, the cheapest airline offering one-way flights from SJO to LIM is LATAM Airlines Group. You can book a seat on this route from $195. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from SJO on October 3 2025. Prices were last updated on July 11 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Jorge Chavez Intl. Airport (LIM)?
On average, just 1 direct flight departs each day from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Jorge Chavez Intl. Airport (LIM). Want more options? Use our filters to discover flights with layovers and squeeze in a visit to another city along the way.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Jorge Chavez Intl. Airport (LIM)?
The 5 PM departures from SJO to LIM are the top choice for many travelers. Greater demand means you'll likely pay more for these departures. If you want to save on your trip, choose a less crowded time to fly.
What day of the week has the most flights from SJO to LIM?
Jet off on a Friday if you're after the largest selection of flights from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Jorge Chavez Intl. Airport (LIM).
What is the earliest flight from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Jorge Chavez Intl. Airport (LIM)?
Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)'s earliest flight to Jorge Chavez Intl. Airport (LIM) departs at approximately 5:00PM UTC-6. With a flight time of 3h 40m, you'll land at around 9:40PM UTC-5.
How long does it take to fly from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Jorge Chavez Intl. Airport (LIM)?
The average flight duration from SJO to LIM is 3 hours and 40 minutes, covering a total distance of 1,600 mi.
What airline has the least delays from SJO to LIM?
Consider traveling with AVIANCA if you'd like to go straight from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Jorge Chavez Intl. Airport (LIM) without any delays. This carrier has the strongest track record for punctuality, with an on-time score of 100%. Want to be notified if anything changes? You can keep an eye on your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Jorge Chavez Intl. Airport (LIM)?
Opt for a flight from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Jorge Chavez Intl. Airport (LIM) that takes off before 3 PM to reduce the risk of delays and cancellations. Later departures have a 22% higher chance of being canceled, on average.**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 Lima from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
Explore your flight options from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Jorge Chavez Intl. Airport (LIM). This is the only Lima airport you can fly into if you're taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Jorge Chavez Intl. Airport (LIM) last-minute?
Booking your ticket from SJO to LIM shortly before your trip is typically more expensive. However, if there's some wiggle room with your schedule, you could snag a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a SJO to LIM flight and hotel package?
Securing a SJO to LIM flight and hotel package is typically cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the convenience of organizing your travels all in one place. Pick from our wide range of hotels and then add activities, car rentals and flights to your booking. Bundle it all together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Jorge Chavez Intl. Airport (LIM)?
If you booked your SJO to LIM flight in the last 24 hours, you may be able to modify or cancel it without fees. Depending on the airline and the type of ticket you purchased, additional charges may apply for changes beyond that time. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, head to our Customer Service portal if you want more information.

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