Flying from London to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM): what you need to know
Choose from a range of airports when organising your flight from London to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM). Check out your options for jetting out of London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Gatwick Airport (LGW) or Stansted Airport (STN). London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) also operate in London.
Lima is 5 hours behind London. Jorge Chavez International Airport is located in Lima, which operates on the UTC-5 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from London to LIM, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a popular month like July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and maybe even explore another city. When searching for flights from London to LIM leaving from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
LHR is around 31 kilometres from central London. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful traveller tool will give you the best route and available public transport options.
Want a leisurely start to your break? Stay near London Heathrow Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from London to Jorge Chavez International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Visit family or friends or just take a moment to freshen up with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from London to Jorge Chavez International Airport, here's where you can stop when taking off from London Gatwick Airport:
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
You can arrive at LGW from the centre of London in about 1 hour and 19 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride by public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 26 minutes to cover the 80 kilometres or so.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from London to LIM, chill out in one of these hotels near London Gatwick Airport:
About Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
If you're arriving on a late flight from London to Jorge Chavez International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near LIM:
Getting from Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) to central Lima
Jorge Chavez International Airport to the centre of Lima is about 25 minutes by car. It's approximately 10 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
ر.ق. 1,467 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from London to Jorge Chavez International Airport. Return flights start from ر.ق. 2,469. Fares are subject to availability and may change at any time.
To find cheap tickets from London to LIM, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest tickets from London to Jorge Chavez International Airport across each month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
Create a Price Alert and keep an eye on changes on this route through push notifications or email. You'll be the first to know when prices fall. It's all about timing when scoring cheap tickets from London to LIM.
Take advantage of the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from London to Jorge Chavez International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
The best time to fly from London to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
August is the busiest month to hop on a flight from London to Jorge Chavez International Airport while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Lima, consider whether you prefer a lively vibe or a quieter pace.
When booking your flight from London to LIM, think about the type of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Lima, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC to 26ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from London to Jorge Chavez International Airport in August when temperatures average between 14ºC and 21ºC.
More about Lima
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Lima right here. Browse these options after you've booked your flight from London to Jorge Chavez International Airport:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Machu Picchu Park, Plaza de Armas and Huaca Pucllana are must-do's during your Lima adventure.
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