Travelling from Chicago to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM): What you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by working out where you'll take off for your flight from Chicago to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM). O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) are Chicago's main airports.
Jorge Chavez International Airport is located in Lima. The city's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Chicago.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Chicago to LIM. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
If you're flying during a major holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. Get there two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Chicago to LIM. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Break up your trip (and maybe get a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
Located around 40 kilometres from the centre of Chicago, ORD can be reached in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your break? Stay near O'Hare International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Chicago to Jorge Chavez International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
When it comes to O'Hare International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 74.85% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Check a new destination off your list or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Chicago to Jorge Chavez International Airport, browse these options when heading out from Chicago Midway International Airport:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
You can arrive at MDW from the centre of Chicago in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride on public transport will take roughly 45 minutes to travel the 19 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Chicago to LIM flight? Unwind in a hotel near Chicago Midway International Airport before your holiday officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time performance of 77.88%. This figure shows how often flights that take off from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.
The address for MDW is 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
RFD is roughly 137 kilometres from central Chicago. The drive from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour 25 minutes. If you're thinking about using public transport, expect a journey time of around 4 hours 15 minutes.
Set yourself up for a smooth departure — stay near Chicago Rockford International Airport and know you'll be at the terminal with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early Chicago to Jorge Chavez International Airport flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights land within the expected time frame. At RFD, that figure is 76.19%.
You'll find Chicago Rockford International Airport at 2 Airport Cir.
About Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
Reserve a hotel close to LIM if you have a late flight from Chicago to Jorge Chavez International Airport. Choose one of these options and be in bed sooner:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Jorge Chavez International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Sixt, Alamo or Budget and experience the lesser-explored corners of Lima and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle around three weeks before your Chicago to Jorge Chavez International Airport flight.
Getting from Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) to central Lima
Central Lima is about 8 kilometres from Jorge Chavez International Airport. Travel times by cab or car hire will vary based on traffic conditions, so do a little research ahead of your trip.
It takes around 35 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
Currently, Rs52,208 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Jorge Chavez International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs111,795. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Chicago to LIM. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
Affordable Chicago to Jorge Chavez International Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares throughout the month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
April is the quietest month for flights from Chicago to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM), while August is the most popular. Figure out the ideal time to visit Lima based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Lima is February, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC and 26ºC. Lock in your Chicago to LIM flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
August has temperatures of between 14ºC and 21ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Chicago to Jorge Chavez International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Lima
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Lima right here. Browse these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Chicago to Jorge Chavez International Airport:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be tricky to know where to begin. Machu Picchu Park, Iguazú Park and La Casa de la Gastronomia Peruana are leading attractions which should feature on every Lima itinerary.
Explore more of Peru
Huancayo is just one of the many cities in Peru waiting to be explored once you've seen Lima. Around 209 kilometres away to the east, check out popular attractions including Cristo Rey, Los Pinos - Cochas Chico. Ecological Park and Mirador Chonta.
Ica is another standout destination in Peru and is around 274 kilometres south-east of Lima. No trip is complete without a visit to Oasis of Huacachina, Mirador de Huacachina and Las Dunas de la Huacachina.