Flying from Sacramento to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM): What you need to know
Sacramento's main base, Sacramento International Airport (SMF), is where great travel stories take off. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from Sacramento to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM).
Jorge Chavez International Airport is located in Lima. The city operates on the UTC-5 timezone and is two hours ahead of Sacramento.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport with enough time to board your flight from Sacramento to LIM.
Taking off during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Sacramento
Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Sacramento to LIM. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Sacramento International Airport (SMF). Break up your trip (and maybe get a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Located around 19 kilometres from central Sacramento, SMF can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 25 minutes.
Looking for a place to stay before your flight from Sacramento to Jorge Chavez International Airport? Consider Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas. Catch some z's here before making your way to Sacramento International Airport.
Sacramento International Airport has a solid on-time record, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from SMF arrive at their destination as scheduled 82.15% of the time.
SMF is located at 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Stockton Airport (SCK)
SCK is around 88 kilometres from central Sacramento. It'll take you 55 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 3 hours 20 minutes.
Get your trip started early by booking a night near Stockton Airport before your Sacramento to LIM flight. Convenient stays include Holiday Inn Express Stockton Southeast and Hampton Inn by Hilton Stockton.
55.67% of flights leaving Stockton Airport arrive according to schedule.
SCK is located at 5000 South Airport Way, Room 202.
About Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Sacramento to Jorge Chavez International Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near LIM instead:
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Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Sacramento to Jorge Chavez International Airport flight.
Getting from Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) to central Lima
Central Lima is roughly 8 kilometres from Jorge Chavez International Airport. Travel times by car hire or cab will vary depending on traffic conditions and time of day, so do some research ahead of time.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sacramento to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
$812 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Sacramento to Jorge Chavez International Airport. Return flights start at $1,284. These fares may change depending on availability.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Sacramento to LIM. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
Affordable Sacramento to Jorge Chavez International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares throughout the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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Filters make it easier to dig up a deal for your flight from Sacramento to Jorge Chavez International Airport. Choose the flight times, carriers and stops that check all your boxes. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the best price quickly.
The best time to fly from Sacramento to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
Think about the kind of experience you want when deciding the best time to fly. April is the quietest month to go to Lima. August is when most people book flights from Sacramento to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM), which may be ideal if you're chasing more action.
The warmest month in Lima is February, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC and 26ºC. Lock in your Sacramento to LIM flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Sacramento to Jorge Chavez International Airport in August when temperatures are between 14ºC and 21ºC.
More about Lima
Once you've booked your flight from Sacramento to Jorge Chavez International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Lima:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be hard to work out where to start. Machu Picchu Park, Iguazú Park and La Casa de la Gastronomia Peruana are leading attractions which should be on any good Lima itinerary.
Explore more of Peru
You've seen Lima, now it's time to discover other corners of Peru. Travel about 209 kilometres east to Huancayo to tick off its top sights. From Cristo Rey to Los Pinos - Cochas Chico. Ecological Park and Mirador Chonta, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you want to check out another major stop in Peru, consider Ica, roughly 274 kilometres south-east of Lima. Oasis of Huacachina, Mirador de Huacachina and Las Dunas de la Huacachina are among its highlights.