Traveling from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Lima Airport (LIM): what you need to know
The timezone in Lima is UTC-5, which is three hours ahead of San Diego.
To ensure you get on your SAN to LIM flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from San Diego International Airport to Lima Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between SAN and LIM include:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport
Miami International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Lima Airport (LIM)
$270 is currently the lowest price for a one-way San Diego International Airport to Lima Airport flight. A return flight starts from $604. These fares may change based on availability.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SAN to LIM if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from San Diego International Airport to Lima Airport throughout the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from SAN to LIM by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from San Diego International Airport to Lima Airport.
Handy information about San Diego International Airport (SAN)
The address for SAN is N Harbor Dr.
When it comes to San Diego International Airport's on-time performance, 74% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
San Diego International Airport is about 5 kilometers from central San Diego. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near SAN? If you're boarding an early flight from San Diego International Airport to Lima Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Lima Airport (LIM)
If you're landing on a late San Diego International Airport to Lima Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these hotels near LIM:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Lima Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Sixt, Alamo or Budget and see more of Lima and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Lima Airport around three weeks before you travel.
When to fly to Lima Airport (LIM)
The quietest month for a flight from San Diego International Airport to Lima Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Lima based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Lima is February, with the temperature ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your flights from San Diego International Airport to Lima Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
August has average temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SAN to LIM around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Peru
Callao is just one of the many cities in Peru waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Lima. Around 11 kilometers away to the west, well-known attractions include Islas Palomino, Malecón Pardo La Punta - Callao and Fortaleza Real Felipe.
Trujillo is another favorite destination in Peru and is around 483 kilometers north-west of Lima. No journey is complete without visiting Iglesia de La Merced, Plaza de Armas de Trujillo and Playa de Huanchaco.