Flying from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM): what you need to know
The timezone in Lima is UTC-5, which is two hours ahead of San Jose.
To ensure you catch your SJC to LIM flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Break up your flight or take a detour to a new city with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport. Many passengers pass through Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
Right now, Rs88,638 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs207,544. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SJC to LIM if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport across each month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from SJC to LIM.
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Handy information about Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC)
SJC's address is 1701 Airport Boulevard, Suite B-1130.
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 84.69% of flights that take off from SJC arrive at their destination on time.
To get to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport from central San Jose, it'll take around 10 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 45 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to SJC? If you've booked an early flight from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
Consider booking a hotel close to LIM if you have a late Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Jorge Chavez International Airport rental car and explore Lima and beyond with your own set of wheels. Sixt, Alamo and Budget are leading providers you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from Jorge Chavez International Airport about three weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) to central Lima
Jorge Chavez International Airport is roughly 10 kilometres from the centre of Lima. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 35 minutes.
When to fly to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Lima. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. February is the warmest month in Lima, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC to 26ºC.
August sees average temperatures of between 14ºC and 21ºC. Look for cheap tickets from SJC to LIM sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Peru
You've visited Lima, now it's time to discover other parts of Peru. Journey around 11 kilometres west to Callao to tick off its must-visit sights. From Temático Marina de Guerra Del Peru Park to Los Jazmines Park and Monumento a Santa Rosa de Lima, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 483 kilometres north-west of Lima, Trujillo is another favourite stop in Peru. No visit is complete without checking out Portada Moche. Santa Rosa. Entrada Huaca del sol. Huaco Fertilidad. Parque temático Moche, Plaza de Armas El Milagro and Plaza de Armas de Trujillo.
