How to book cheap flights to Lima
Book your flight 3 to 5 months in advance to secure the best rates to Jorge Chávez International Airport (LIM). Use Google Flights with price tracking enabled, and prioritize flying mid-week on Tuesdays or Wednesdays to save up to 20% on your fare.
- Set up price tracking. Go to Google Flights, enter your home city and Lima (LIM), and toggle the 'Track prices' button. Set this up at least 4 months before your intended travel dates to get email alerts when prices drop.
- Use the calendar view. Click on the departure date box in Google Flights to reveal the price calendar. Look for green-colored dates, which indicate the lowest fares for the month. Often, shifting your travel by just two days can save you $150 or more.
- Consider indirect routes. If flying from North America or Europe, check flights to major hubs like Miami, Bogota, or Panama City first. Sometimes booking a separate flight from these hubs to Lima is significantly cheaper than a single ticket from your origin.
- Check regional carriers. Once you have a baseline price, check the websites of regional airlines like LATAM or SKY Airline directly. They occasionally offer 'web-only' discounts that don't show up on aggregators.
- Which airlines fly to Lima?
- Major carriers include LATAM, American, Delta, United, Air Canada, and Iberia. Budget options for regional connections include Sky Airline and JetSmart.
- Is it cheaper to buy a round trip or two one-ways?
- For international flights to Lima, a round-trip ticket is almost always cheaper and easier to manage regarding customs and entry requirements.