Cheap flights from Lima to New York are available from roughly $330 round trip if you time your booking well. Start with TopTravelCentre and search and book your flight to compare every airline on the route at once.
Lima to New York is a long-haul route of about 5,900 km, yet competition between full-service and low-cost-adjacent carriers keeps fares reasonable. Here is what you need to know to pay the lowest realistic price.
Airlines flying from Lima to New York
| Airline | Stops | Duration | From (round trip) | Baggage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LATAM | Direct | ~8h 10m | from $420 | Carry-on included; checked bag on most fares |
| Avianca | 1 stop (San Salvador) | 10-12h | from $380 | Carry-on + checked bag included |
| Copa Airlines | 1 stop (Panama City) | 9-11h | from $360 | Carry-on + checked bag included |
| American Airlines | 1 stop (Miami) | 9-12h | from $390 | Carry-on included |
| Aeromexico | 1 stop (Mexico City) | 10-13h | from $370 | Checked bag included on most fares |
LATAM operates the only nonstop service on the route, flying Lima Jorge Chavez (LIM) to New York JFK in just over eight hours. If the nonstop fare is too high, Copa via Panama City is consistently among the cheapest one-stop choices and its connection times in Tocumen are short. Avianca via San Salvador and Aeromexico via Mexico City round out the options.
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Cheapest months to fly Lima to New York
- Cheapest: March, April, May, September and October, with round trips from $330-$420.
- Priciest: late December, January (summer holidays in Peru), and July. Fares can climb past $700.
- Booking window: 2-3 months ahead is the sweet spot for this route; it is long-haul, so last-minute fares rarely drop.
Because the flight is overnight on most schedules, mid-week departures (Tuesday-Thursday) are both cheaper and less crowded at immigration on arrival. Compare all dates on a monthly view, then book your Lima to New York flight as soon as you see a low fare.
Lima and New York airport tips
Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM): international departures concentrate in the main terminal. Arrive 3 hours early; check-in and migration queues for US-bound flights are among the slowest in the region. The airport is in Callao, about 30-45 minutes from Miraflores depending on traffic; leave extra margin at rush hour.
New York arrival: most flights from Lima land at JFK, which connects to Manhattan via AirTrain to Jamaica Station plus the E train or LIRR. If a fare into Newark is significantly cheaper, take it: Newark is about 45-60 minutes from Midtown by rail and the saving can be worth it.
US immigration: you clear passport control on arrival in New York. If your flight lands alongside several other international arrivals, expect 45-90 minutes in line; schedule onward connections with at least 3 hours of buffer.
Money-saving tips
- Compare the LATAM nonstop against one-stop Copa and Avianca fares; the difference is often $60-$120.
- Book 8-10 weeks ahead for travel in March-May or September-October.
- Depart mid-week and avoid Peruvian and US holiday weeks.
- Check baggage rules before booking: the cheapest one-stop fares often include a checked bag, unlike bare US domestic-style fares.
- Set a fare alert and act within a day; cheap long-haul fares on this route disappear fast.
Red-eye advantage: most Lima-New York flights depart late evening and land early morning, which saves you a hotel night if you can sleep on planes. Choose a seat away from the galley, skip the last coffee at the airport, and you arrive in Manhattan by mid-morning. LATAM’s nonstop and Copa’s connections both offer overnight schedules worth comparing.
FAQ: Lima to New York flights
Do I need a visa to travel from Peru to the United States? Peruvian passport holders generally need a valid B1/B2 visitor visa. Verify your documentation before booking; the airline checks it at check-in in Lima.
How long is the flight from Lima to New York? The LATAM nonstop takes about 8 hours 10 minutes. One-stop options via Panama City, San Salvador, Mexico City or Miami take 9-13 hours total.
Which airlines fly Lima to New York? LATAM flies nonstop; Avianca, Copa, American and Aeromexico offer one-stop connections.
When is the cheapest time to fly? March through May and September through October, with round trips starting around $330-$420 booked in advance.
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