Travelling from Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) to San Diego International Airport (SAN): what you need to know
San Diego is two hours behind Lima and follows the UTC-7 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your LIM to SAN flight.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Jorge Chavez International Airport to San Diego International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between LIM and SAN:
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Newark Liberty International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Jorge Chavez International Airport to San Diego International Airport flight is Rs70,234. A round-trip plane ticket right now is Rs140,548. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's usually best to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from LIM to SAN. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Jorge Chavez International Airport to San Diego International Airport across the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from LIM to SAN.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Jorge Chavez International Airport to San Diego International Airport.
Handy information about Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
Jorge Chavez International Airport has an excellent on-time record, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from LIM arrive on schedule 81.53% of the time.
Central Lima to Jorge Chavez International Airport is around 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The journey on public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to LIM? If you're catching an early flight from Jorge Chavez International Airport to San Diego International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at San Diego International Airport (SAN)
Consider staying in a hotel near SAN if you have a late Jorge Chavez International Airport to San Diego International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Hit the road running by picking up a San Diego International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Budget and experience the lesser-explored corners of San Diego and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from San Diego International Airport about two weeks before your departure date.
Getting from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to central San Diego
The address for SAN is Airport Drive.
From San Diego International Airport, San Diego is approximately 5 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 20 minutes.
When to fly to San Diego International Airport (SAN)
The quietest month for a flight from Jorge Chavez International Airport to San Diego International Airport is May, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit San Diego based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in San Diego is August, with the temperature ranging between 17ºC and 28ºC. Book your flights from Jorge Chavez International Airport to San Diego International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from LIM to SAN in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 7ºC and 23ºC on average.
Explore more of United States
Los Angeles is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of San Diego. Around 177 kilometres away to the north-west, top sights here include Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.
Around 483 kilometres east of San Diego, Phoenix is another favourite stop in United States. Start your sightseeing at Desert Botanical Garden, Heard Museum and Papago Park.