Flying from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM): what you need to know
Lima is two hours ahead of Santa Ana and observes the UTC-5 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Show up at the airport on time to catch your SNA to LIM flight.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from John Wayne Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Top stopovers between SNA and LIM include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
Miami International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
Right now, $701 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way John Wayne Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $1,367. Remember that fares can change due to demand when booking.
It's usually smart to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from SNA to LIM. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from John Wayne Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport across the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from SNA to LIM by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from John Wayne Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport.
Handy information about John Wayne Airport (SNA)
The address for SNA is 18601 Airport Way.
John Wayne Airport maintains a solid on-time performance, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from SNA arrive on schedule 81.53% of the time.
Central Santa Ana to John Wayne Airport is approximately 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 5 minutes when using public transport.
Booked an early flight from John Wayne Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to SNA:
Arriving at Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a John Wayne Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near LIM instead:
Pick up a Jorge Chavez International Airport rental car and explore Lima and beyond with your own wheels. Sixt, Alamo and Budget are popular providers you can book with here.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Jorge Chavez International Airport around three weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) to central Lima
Jorge Chavez International Airport is approximately 10 kilometres from the centre of Lima. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
August is the most popular month for flights from John Wayne Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Lima in April.
The warmest month in Lima is February, with the temperature ranging between 19ºC and 26ºC. Book your flights from John Wayne Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
August has average temperatures of between 14ºC and 21ºC. Look for cheap tickets from SNA to LIM sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Peru
Lima has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Peru just waiting to be discovered. About 11 kilometres west of Lima, a visit to Callao will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Temático Marina de Guerra Del Peru Park, Los Jazmines Park and Monumento a Santa Rosa de Lima.
Around 483 kilometres north-west of Lima, Trujillo is another favourite stop in Peru. Experience major highlights starting with Portada Moche. Santa Rosa. Entrada Huaca del sol. Huaco Fertilidad. Parque temático Moche, Plaza de Armas El Milagro and Plaza de Armas de Trujillo.
