Flying from Oakland Metropolitan Oak Airport (OAK) to Lima Airport (LIM): what you need to know
The timezone in Lima is UTC-5, which is three hours ahead of Oakland.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your OAK to LIM flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Break up your flight or explore another city along the way with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Oakland Metropolitan Oak Airport to Lima Airport. Many passengers pass through Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Oakland Metropolitan Oak Airport (OAK) to Lima Airport (LIM)
ج.م. 18,285 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Oakland Metropolitan Oak Airport to Lima Airport flight. Return flights start at ج.م. 37,573. These fares can change based on demand.
To pick up cheap tickets from OAK to LIM, book early. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
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Handy information about Oakland Metropolitan Oak Airport (OAK)
OAK is located at 1 Airport Drive.
82% of flights departing from Oakland Metropolitan Oak Airport touch down at their destination as planned. Given its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when flying out of OAK.
To reach Oakland Metropolitan Oak Airport from central Oakland, it takes around 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of roughly 30 minutes on public transport.
Have an early flight from Oakland Metropolitan Oak Airport to Lima Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to OAK:
Arriving at Lima Airport (LIM)
If you're coming in on a late Oakland Metropolitan Oak Airport to Lima Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these hotels near LIM:
Travel at your own pace with a Lima Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Sixt, Alamo or Budget and see more of Lima and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Lima Airport about three weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Lima Airport (LIM) to central Lima
From Lima Airport, Lima is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes around 50 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Lima Airport (LIM)
The quietest month for a flight from Oakland Metropolitan Oak Airport to Lima Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Lima based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your flight from Oakland Metropolitan Oak Airport to Lima Airport, consider the type of weather you like. February is the warmest month in Lima, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC to 26ºC.
August has average temperatures of between 14ºC and 21ºC. Look for cheap tickets from OAK to LIM around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Peru
Callao is just one of the many cities in Peru waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Lima. Around 11 kilometres away to the west, check out popular attractions including Islas Palomino, Malecón Pardo La Punta - Callao and Fortaleza Real Felipe.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of Peru, consider Trujillo, roughly 483 kilometres north-west of Lima. Iglesia de La Merced, Plaza de Armas de Trujillo and Playa de Huanchaco are the start of reasons to visit.