Travelling from Sacramento to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM): What you need to know
The timezone in Lima is UTC-5, which is three hours ahead of Sacramento. Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport is located in Lima.
Your flight from Sacramento to LIM won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Getting on a plane during a peak time like July? Popular periods (like spring break and New Year) can add another hour at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Sacramento
Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
We make it a piece of cake to find cheap flights from Sacramento to LIM with a stopover. To explore the options leaving from Sacramento International Airport (SMF), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between SMF and LIM include:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Located around 19 kilometres from the centre of Sacramento, SMF can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 50 minutes.
Booking a night at a hotel can take the stress out of reaching the airport on time. If you're looking for somewhere to stay before your flight from Sacramento to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport, check out Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas by IHG. It's an easy drive from Sacramento International Airport.
Sacramento International Airport gets high marks for its on-time performance. 81% of flights that take off from SMF land on time.
SMF is located at 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Stockton Metropolitan Airport (SCK)
On public transport, you can travel from central Sacramento to SCK in about 1 hour 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 72 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 55 minutes.
The day before your Sacramento to LIM flight, why not spend an extra night away? Relax at Holiday Inn Express Stockton Southeast by IHG or Hampton Inn by Hilton Stockton, which are near Stockton Metropolitan Airport.
59% of flights departing Stockton Metropolitan Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
SCK is located at 5000 South Airport Way, Room 202.
About Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
Consider booking a hotel near LIM if you're catching a late flight from Sacramento to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport. Check in to one of these options and be under the covers in no time flat:
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride around three weeks ahead of your Sacramento to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport flight.
Getting from Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) to central Lima
Central Lima is around 13 kilometres from Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport and takes about 30 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for making the trip into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sacramento to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
₹ 47,512 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Sacramento to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport. Return flights start from ₹ 72,692. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Sacramento to LIM. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
Affordable Sacramento to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across each month and then pick the cheapest day.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a better deal is available on plane tickets from Sacramento to LIM.
Chase down a great fare on a flight from Sacramento to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'
The best time to fly from Sacramento to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Sacramento to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM). February is the busiest month to travel to Lima. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, think about going in December.
Lock in a Sacramento to LIM plane ticket departing in February if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Lima to range from 19ºC to 26ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Sacramento to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport in August if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC and 21ºC.
More about Lima
Start your Lima trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Sacramento to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport, browse our range of hotels including:
La Casa de la Gastronomia Peruana and Lima Cathedral are just the start of the popular attractions to put on your Lima must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Lima Main Square.
Explore more of Peru
You've visited Lima, now it's time to discover other parts of Peru. Journey around 209 kilometres east to Huancayo to check off its top sights. From Cristo Rey to Los Pinos - Cochas Chico. Ecological Park and Mirador Chonta, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in Peru, consider Ica, about 274 kilometres southeast of Lima. Oasis of Huacachina, Mirador de Huacachina and Las Dunas de la Huacachina are key highlights.
