Travelling from Los Angeles to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM): What you need to know
Los Angeles's main base, Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), is where new adventures begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Los Angeles to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM).
Take a direct Los Angeles to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport flight and you'll be travelling for around 8 hours 35 minutes.
Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport is located in Lima. The city operates on the UTC-5 timezone and is three hours ahead of Los Angeles.
The busiest route is from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM), with 12 direct weekly services. If you're looking to take off without delay, the earliest flight from LAX to LIM is the 11:20am LATAM Airlines option. If you need some extra time before takeoff, the last departure is at 9:45pm with LATAM Airlines.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your flight from Los Angeles to LIM.
With more people on the move during busy periods like December, get to the terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will allow for additional wait times. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Fourth of July.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
You can take a direct flight from Los Angeles to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) departing from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).
You can book a direct flight from Los Angeles to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport with LATAM Airlines. This leading airline operates departures from LAX.
LATAM Airlines is the airline with the highest number of bookings for flights from LAX to LIM.
LATAM Airlines is the leading carrier for punctuality on this route, with 82.8% of its services landing on schedule.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break and possibly even tour another city. When browsing cheap flights from Los Angeles to LIM leaving from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
The journey from central Los Angeles to LAX takes about 1 hour on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 29 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Planning to catch an early flight from Los Angeles to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to Los Angeles International Airport:
Los Angeles International Airport has a strong on-time performance, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from LAX arrive at their destination as scheduled 81% of the time.
You'll find LAX at One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Los Angeles to VNY in around 1 hour 15 minutes. The terminal is roughly 29 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 35 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Los Angeles to LIM flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Van Nuys Airport:
About Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Los Angeles to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near LIM instead:
Follow your own route with a Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Sixt, Alamo or Budget and chase adventure across Lima and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride around three weeks ahead of your Los Angeles to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport flight.
Getting from Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) to central Lima
Central Lima is around 13 kilometres from Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport and takes about 30 minutes to reach by car. Work out your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
It typically takes 50 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport is Rs63,699. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs139,109. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
To snap up cheap flights from Los Angeles to LIM, book your plane ticket three months before your departure date.
The best month for finding cheap Los Angeles to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport tickets is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates with the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Los Angeles to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM). February is when most people travel to Lima. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, go in September.
The warmest month in Lima is February, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC and 26ºC. Book your Los Angeles to LIM plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Look for cheap tickets from Los Angeles to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport in August if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC and 21ºC.
More about Lima
Start your Lima trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Los Angeles to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport, explore our range of accommodation options including:
Your visit to Lima wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Big-name attractions you won't want to miss include Machu Picchu Park, Iguazú Park and La Casa de la Gastronomia Peruana.
Explore more of Peru
You've visited Lima, now it's time to explore other corners of Peru. Travel about 209 kilometres east to Huancayo to tick off its leading attractions. From Cristo Rey to Los Pinos - Cochas Chico. Ecological Park and Mirador Chonta, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Ica is another well-known destination in Peru and is around 274 kilometres southeast of Lima. No trip is complete without visiting Oasis of Huacachina, Mirador de Huacachina and Las Dunas de la Huacachina.
