On this page, you can find and book flights from Lima to San José. The distance between the cities is 2,552 km, with direct flights operating approximately 5 times a week.
Flights are operated by LATAM. Before your trip, we recommend checking how to get to the airport of departure and how to arrange an arrival transfer. Current prices and seat availability are displayed in the low-fare calendar below.
The table shows direct flights Lima → San José on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 3 h 55 min. Regular flights are operated by Latam Airlines Group. Departures from Jorge Chavez International Airport airports, arrivals at Juan Santamaria International Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Lima — San José by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 797 in F, and the most expensive are around AED 1,075 in a. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Lima → San José, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 1,444 | high | May | AED 1,107 | low | Sep | AED 1,059 | low |
| Feb | AED 1,347 | high | Jun | AED 1,155 | medium | Oct | AED 1,011 | low |
| Mar | AED 1,299 | high | Jul | AED 1,299 | high | Nov | AED 1,155 | medium |
| Apr | AED 1,203 | medium | Aug | AED 1,251 | medium | Dec | AED 1,396 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
Weather conditions in San José remain mild throughout the year, although April is considered the warmest month with an average temperature of 25.2°C. The highest rainfall occurs in October, when the number of rainy days peaks and humidity increases significantly.
From a savings perspective, the most budget-friendly flights are available in June, with fares starting AED 840. During peak periods, such as February, prices can rise to AED 1,075 and higher.
March is an ideal time for a trip: the weather is still dry, and prices stay around AED 995. You should avoid October unless you are prepared for prolonged tropical downpours.
LATAM (LA) provides air service between these cities, operating approximately 5 regular flights per week. The route is dominated by direct flights, ensuring minimal travel time. You can find the current schedule by day of the week and detailed fare conditions in the interactive list below—just click on the carrier's card.
Flights Lima — San José depart from Jorge Chavez International Airport and arrive at Juan Santamaria International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The approximate direct flight time is about 3 hours and 30 minutes, considering the distance of 2,552 km and average commercial aviation speeds.
The main carrier operating regular flights from Lima to San José is LATAM.
Yes, there are direct flights on this route, allowing you to reach your destination as quickly as possible without any layovers.
Flights from Peru arrive at Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO), located near the capital of Costa Rica.
The most favorable offers usually appear 1–2 months before the trip. Keep an eye on the low-fare calendar on this page to book the lowest rate.
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