Los Angeles to Lima
Flights from Los Angeles to Lima
Los Angeles (LAX) has nonstop LATAM flights to Lima (LIM), the West Coast's most direct route into South America. Lima connects onward to Cusco for Machu Picchu and to cities across the continent.
- Flight time
- About 8 to 8.5 hours nonstop
- Airline
- LATAM nonstop, up to twice a day
- Airports
- Los Angeles (LAX) to Lima Jorge Chávez (LIM)
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When to book
Peru's dry season, from roughly May to September, is peak time for Machu Picchu. Booking flights after confirming train and entry tickets avoids flights that don't match the rest of the trip.
Direct vs. one-stop
Nonstop is the most direct choice from Los Angeles. Connecting via Miami, Mexico City or another hub adds time and suits only specific fares or onward plans.
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The West Coast's direct link to South America
LATAM flies nonstop from Los Angeles to Lima, giving West Coast travellers a way into South America without connecting through Miami or another US hub.
From Lima, LATAM connects to Cusco, other Peruvian cities and across South America, including Santiago and Quito for the Galápagos. Keeping the onward flight on the same ticket makes the connection and baggage simpler.
For a domestic flight from Lima, plan to collect your bags, clear customs and recheck them, and allow enough time between flights for that.
Common questions
How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Lima?
About 8 to 8.5 hours nonstop.
Does LATAM fly nonstop from Los Angeles to Lima?
Yes, up to twice a day depending on the season. Your expert confirms the schedule for your dates.
Can I continue to Cusco on the same ticket?
Yes. LATAM connects Lima with Cusco, and keeping both flights on one ticket simplifies the connection. You'll usually recheck bags in Lima.
How early should I get to LAX for a LATAM flight?
LATAM currently advises four hours before international departures from its listed US airports, including Los Angeles.
Also see: Flights to Los Angeles, Miami to Lima, New York to Santiago, Orlando to Bogotá, Boston to São Paulo
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