Travelling from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM): what you need to know
Lima's timezone is UTC-5, making Lima two hours ahead of Sacramento.
Your SMF to LIM flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sacramento International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between SMF and LIM:
Miami International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
Right now, £203 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Sacramento International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is £458. Remember that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from SMF to LIM. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Sacramento International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport across every month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from SMF to LIM.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Sacramento International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport.
Handy information about Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
The address for SMF is 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Sacramento International Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from SMF make it to their destination as scheduled 82.15% of the time.
Central Sacramento to Sacramento International Airport is approximately 12 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Expect a journey time of about 25 minutes when using public transport.
Want a hotel to stay in before your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport? Check out Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas. Get a good night's rest here before making your way to SMF.
Arriving at Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
Reserve a hotel near LIM if you're taking a late Sacramento International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Jorge Chavez International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Sixt, Alamo or Budget to explore Lima and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Jorge Chavez International Airport about three weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) to central Lima
Jorge Chavez International Airport is approximately 6 miles from the centre of Lima. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 35 minutes.
When to fly to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Lima. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Lima is February, with the temperature ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your flights from Sacramento International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SMF to LIM in August. Average temperatures are between 14ºC (57ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) 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 7 miles away to the west, check out popular attractions including Temático Marina de Guerra Del Peru Park, Los Jazmines Park and Monumento a Santa Rosa de Lima.
If you want to check out another major destination in Peru, head for Trujillo, roughly 300 miles north-west of Lima. Portada Moche. Santa Rosa. Entrada Huaca del sol. Huaco Fertilidad. Parque temático Moche, Plaza de Armas El Milagro and Plaza de Armas de Trujillo are key reasons to visit.
