Planning hackCheck entry rules twice
Visa and entry rules change often – check the official government site when you book and again a week before you fly.
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✈️ Cheap flights from San Francisco to Lima
Compare San Francisco – Lima fares from hundreds of airlines and travel sites. The trip is about 7,259 km and takes around 9 h 25 min nonstop.
📏 Distance7,259 km (4,510 miles)
⏱️ Flight timeabout 9 h 25 min nonstop
🕒 Time differenceLima is 2 hours ahead of San Francisco
🛫 AirportsSFO → LIM
💸 Cheapest monthJun 2027 – from $606
📅 Cheapest months to fly San Francisco → Lima
- $1,570Dec 26
- $606Jun 27
Lowest fares our Fare agent saw for each month. Prices change daily.
🌞 Best time to visit Peru
Best: May to September – the dry season in the Andes, with clear skies for Machu Picchu and treks.
Shoulder season: April and October to November – fewer crowds and greener landscapes, with some showers in the mountains.
Weather by month in Cusco
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Average daytime highs (°C) and how rainy each month is.
📍 Things to do when you land
- Explore Machu Picchu – Watch the mist lift from the Inca citadel as granite peaks rise all around.
- Hike the Inca Trail – Walk ancient stone paths through cloud forest and passes to arrive at the Sun Gate on foot.
- Wander Cusco – Stroll the former Inca capital, where colonial churches sit on perfectly fitted Inca stone walls.
- Explore the Sacred Valley – Visit terraced Pisac, the fortress of Ollantaytambo and the salt pans of Maras.
💡 Tips for a cheaper ticket
Money hackUse free walking tours
Tip-based walking tours run in most big cities and are a great first-day introduction with a local guide.
Planning hackSlow down to save
Staying longer in fewer places cuts transport costs and unlocks weekly discounts on stays.
San Francisco to Lima flights: questions
How long is the flight from San Francisco to Lima?
A nonstop flight from San Francisco to Lima takes about 9 h 25 min for the 7,259 km (4,510 miles) trip. Flights with a connection take longer – usually 2 to 5 hours more.
How far is Lima from San Francisco?
Lima is about 7,259 km (4,510 miles) from San Francisco as the plane flies.
What is the time difference between San Francisco and Lima?
Right now Lima is 2 hours ahead of San Francisco. Daylight saving changes can shift this by an hour during the year.
What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Lima?
Recently the lowest fares were in Jun 2027, from about $606. Prices change daily.
Which airports serve San Francisco and Lima?
From San Francisco: San Francisco Intl (SFO). In Lima: Jorge Chávez Intl (LIM).
Do I need a visa for Peru?
It depends on your passport – see our Peru visa & entry guide.
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