Flying from Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) to San Juan: what you need to know
Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport is located in Lima. Based in the UTC-4 timezone, San Juan is one hour ahead of Lima.
Give yourself enough time to catch your LIM to San Juan flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like February. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper plane ticket from LIM to San Juan. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
Bogota El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
Travelling from central Lima to LIM takes about 50 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a hotel close to LIM? If you're boarding an early flight from Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport to San Juan, these accommodation options will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport gets top marks for on-time performance. 82% of flights that take off from LIM arrive at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) to San Juan
The best price we've found for a one-way Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport to San Juan flight is $192. The cheapest price for a return flight is $379. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from LIM to San Juan if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
Scoring cheap tickets from Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport to San Juan is easier if you're flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to get the lowest prices throughout the month and score a fantastic deal.
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Airports in San Juan
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) to central San Juan takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 11 kilometres away.
Getting there by public transport takes about 1 hour.
Book a hotel near SJU if you have a late flight from Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport to San Juan. Select one of these options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport about two weeks ahead of your flight from LIM to San Juan.
Best time to go to San Juan
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport to San Juan. March is the most popular month for a trip to San Juan. If you want a quieter atmosphere, go in December.
Before locking in your Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport to San Juan plane ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in San Juan, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
February sees average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from LIM to San Juan around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about San Juan
Start your San Juan trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport to San Juan, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Esperanza Beach and Balneario El Escambron are just two of the leading attractions to add to your San Juan itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Escambron Green.
Explore more of Puerto Rico
You've seen San Juan, now it's time to discover other corners of Puerto Rico. Travel around 113 kilometres west to Aguadilla to tick off its leading sights. From Silla Aguadilla to Bridges Surf Beach and Playa Rompe Olas, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Isabela is another standout destination in Puerto Rico and is around 105 kilometres west of San Juan. No trip is complete without a visit to Playa montones, Shore Island Beach and Guajataca Forest Reserve.
