Flying from San Salvador Airport (SAL) to Lima Airport (LIM): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from San Salvador Airport to Lima Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 4 hours 15 minutes.
The timezone in Lima is UTC-5, which is one hour ahead of San Salvador.
Flights from SAL to LIM start at 22:10 — the earliest with AVIANCA. The last service of the day is at 22:15 with AVIANCA. In total, you can take your pick of seven weekly San Salvador Airport to Lima Airport flights.
To ensure you get on your SAL to LIM flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Avianca has direct flights from San Salvador Airport to Lima Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Lima — and maybe even more of Peru if you have time.
Most passengers choose to fly with Avianca on this route.
With a reliable 91.67% of services arriving as scheduled, Avianca has the best on-time performance for SAL to LIM flights.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from San Salvador Airport to Lima Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Stopovers between SAL and LIM include:
Miami International Airport
Bogota Airport
Panama City Tocumen International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Salvador Airport (SAL) to Lima Airport (LIM)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way San Salvador Airport to Lima Airport flight is $289. A return plane ticket is currently $521. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap tickets from SAL to LIM, reserve your journey two months ahead of your departure.
Schedule your trip for July. That's the cheapest month for flights from San Salvador Airport to Lima Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across every month.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from SAL to LIM by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from San Salvador Airport to Lima Airport.
Handy information about San Salvador Airport (SAL)
San Salvador Airport gets high marks for its on-time performance. 88% of flights that depart SAL land on time.
To get to San Salvador Airport from central San Salvador, it takes about 45 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near SAL. Whether you're catching an early flight from San Salvador Airport to Lima Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Lima Airport (LIM)
Book a hotel near LIM if you're taking a late San Salvador Airport to Lima Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Lima Airport rental car and explore Lima and beyond with your own set of wheels. Sixt, Alamo and Budget are leading providers you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Lima Airport around three weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Lima Airport (LIM) to central Lima
Lima Airport to central Lima has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Lima Airport (LIM)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from San Salvador Airport to Lima Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Lima. If you want a quieter vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Lima is February, with the temperature ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your flights from San Salvador Airport to Lima Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
August has average temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SAL to LIM around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Peru
Callao is just one of the many cities in Peru waiting to be explored after you've experienced Lima. Around 11 kilometres away to the west, well-known attractions include Islas Palomino, Malecón Pardo La Punta - Callao and Fortaleza Real Felipe.
Trujillo is another standout destination in Peru and is around 483 kilometres north-west of Lima. No trip is complete without visiting Iglesia de La Merced, Plaza de Armas de Trujillo and Playa de Huanchaco.
