Travelling from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK) to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM): what you need to know
Lima's timezone is UTC-5, which makes Lima two hours ahead of Oakland.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your OAK to LIM flight.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Opt for a stopover if you want to break up your flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to look at your options for tickets from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport. Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is a top stopover on the OAK to LIM route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK) to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport flight is Rs117,120. A return plane ticket right now is Rs197,679. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from OAK to LIM. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when looking for a flight from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport.
Snapping up cheap flights from OAK to LIM is easy with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as fares go down.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport.
Handy information about Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK)
The address for OAK is 1 Airport Drive.
83.61% of flights leaving Metropolitan Oakland International Airport land at their destination according to schedule. With its reliable on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when taking off from OAK.
To get to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport from central Oakland, it takes around 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 16 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near OAK. Whether you've booked an early flight from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
Consider staying in a hotel close to LIM if you're catching a late Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Explore without limits with a Jorge Chavez International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Sixt, Alamo or Budget and experience more of Lima and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Jorge Chavez International Airport about three weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) to central Lima
Jorge Chavez International Airport to central Lima has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
August is the busiest month for flights from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Lima in April.
Before locking in your flight from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. February is the warmest month in Lima, with the temperature ranging from 19ºC to 26ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from OAK to LIM in August. Temperatures average between 14ºC and 21ºC then.
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 kilometres away to the west, well-known attractions include Temático Marina de Guerra Del Peru Park, Los Jazmines Park and Monumento a Santa Rosa de Lima.
Trujillo is another essential stop in Peru and is around 483 kilometres north-west of Lima. No journey is complete without seeing Portada Moche. Santa Rosa. Entrada Huaca del sol. Huaco Fertilidad. Parque temático Moche, Plaza de Armas El Milagro and Plaza de Armas de Trujillo.
