Travelling from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM): what you need to know
Lima is two hours ahead of Seattle and follows the UTC-5 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your SEA to LIM flight.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you want to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between SEA and LIM:
Cancun International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Miami International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport flight is $421. A return ticket is currently $1,025. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SEA to LIM if you book early. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport throughout the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from SEA to LIM.
Secure the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
81.27% of flights departing from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport touch down at their destination as planned. With its strong on-time stats, delays are unlikely when setting off from SEA.
To get to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport from central Seattle, it'll take around 20 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 23 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near SEA:
Arriving at Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
Book a hotel close to LIM if you're on a late Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Jorge Chavez International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Sixt, Alamo or Budget and experience the lesser-explored corners of Lima and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Jorge Chavez International Airport about three weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) to central Lima
Jorge Chavez International Airport is roughly 10 kilometres from central Lima. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
August is the most popular month for flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Lima in April.
Lock in your flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport for February if you want to explore Lima during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SEA to LIM in August. Temperatures average between 14ºC (57ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) then.
Explore more of Peru
Lima is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Peru waiting to be explored. About 11 kilometres west of Lima, a trip to Callao will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like 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 stop in Peru, head for Trujillo, roughly 483 kilometres 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 among the biggest draws.