Flying from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU) to Lima Airport (LIM): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport to Lima Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 5 hours 20 minutes.
The timezone in Lima is UTC-5, which is two hours behind Sao Paulo.
Flights from GRU to LIM start at 03:40 — the first with LATAM Airlines. The last service of the day is at 19:40 with LATAM Airlines. In total, you can choose from 41 weekly Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport to Lima Airport flights.
Give yourself enough time to make your GRU to LIM flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Travelling to Lima (and then exploring more of Peru!) is a breeze with LATAM Airlines. This popular airline has direct flights from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport to Lima Airport.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is LATAM Airlines.
Sky Airline is the most punctual carrier operating GRU to LIM flights, with 75.76% of its services reaching their destination on time.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport to Lima Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between GRU and LIM include:
Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport
Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Airport
Santa Cruz Viru Viru Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU) to Lima Airport (LIM)
Right now, $230 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport to Lima Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $515. Remember that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap tickets from GRU to LIM, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first released.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport to Lima Airport. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from GRU to LIM by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport to Lima Airport.
Handy information about Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU)
71% of flights departing from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport land at their destination on time.
Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport is about 26 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near GRU? If you're boarding an early flight from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport to Lima Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Lima Airport (LIM)
If you have a late Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport to Lima Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near LIM:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Lima Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Sixt, Alamo or Budget and experience the lesser-explored corners of Lima and beyond.
Booking your ride from Lima Airport around three weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
When to fly to Lima Airport (LIM)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport to Lima Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Lima. If you want a quieter vibe, go in March.
Before locking in your flight from Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport to Lima Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Lima, with the temperature ranging from 19ºC to 26ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from GRU to LIM in August. Temperatures average between 14ºC and 21ºC then.
Explore more of Peru
Callao is just one of the many places in Peru waiting to be explored after you've seen Lima. Around 11 kilometres away to the west, check out popular attractions including Islas Palomino, Malecón Pardo La Punta - Callao and Fortaleza Real Felipe.
Around 483 kilometres north-west of Lima, Trujillo is another essential stop in Peru. Experience major highlights starting with Iglesia de La Merced, Plaza de Armas de Trujillo and Playa de Huanchaco.





