Travelling from Salvador Airport (SSA) to Lima Airport (LIM): what you need to know
Lima's timezone is UTC-5, making Lima two hours behind Salvador.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your SSA to LIM flight.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like December. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Salvador Airport to Lima Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between SSA and LIM:
Madrid Airport
Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport
Montevideo Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Salvador Airport (SSA) to Lima Airport (LIM)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Salvador Airport to Lima Airport flight is $381. A return plane ticket is currently $929. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To find cheap tickets from SSA to LIM, book early. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Salvador Airport to Lima Airport across each month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from SSA to LIM.
Lock in the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Salvador Airport to Lima Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Salvador Airport (SSA)
81% of flights leaving Salvador Airport touch down at their destination according to schedule. Given its reliable on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when setting off from SSA.
Central Salvador to Salvador Airport is around 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 40 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Salvador Airport to Lima Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near SSA:
Arriving at Lima Airport (LIM)
Consider staying in a hotel close to LIM if you're on a late Salvador Airport to Lima Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Grab a Lima Airport rental car and explore Lima and beyond with your own wheels. Sixt, Alamo and Budget are top outlets to choose from here.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Lima Airport around three weeks before you travel.
Getting from Lima Airport (LIM) to central Lima
Lima Airport is roughly 13 kilometres from the centre of Lima. The drive time takes around 30 minutes.
It takes around 50 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Lima Airport (LIM)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Salvador Airport to Lima Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Lima. If you like a quieter vibe, go in March.
Before locking in your flight from Salvador Airport to Lima Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. February is the warmest month in Lima, with the temperature ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from SSA to LIM in August if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) on average.
Explore more of Peru
You've seen Lima, now it's time to discover more of Peru. Journey around 11 kilometres west to Callao to tick off its popular sights. From Islas Palomino to Malecón Pardo La Punta - Callao and Fortaleza Real Felipe, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 483 kilometres north-west of Lima, Trujillo is another favourite stop in Peru. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Iglesia de La Merced, Plaza de Armas de Trujillo and Playa de Huanchaco.