Travelling from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Lima Airport (LIM): what you need to know
Philadelphia and Lima are both in the UTC-5 timezone. That means there's no time difference to adjust for.
Your PHL to LIM flight won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Travelling during a peak month like August? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Philadelphia International Airport to Lima Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between PHL and LIM:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Miami International Airport
Cancun Airport
Handy information about Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
PHL's address is 8500 Essington Ave.
Of all flights leaving Philadelphia International Airport, 77% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Philadelphia International Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Philadelphia. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of around 30 minutes on public transport.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near PHL. Whether you're taking an early flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Lima Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Lima Airport (LIM)
Consider staying in a hotel near LIM if you have a late Philadelphia International Airport to Lima Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Grab a Lima Airport rental car and explore Lima and beyond with your own wheels. Sixt, Alamo and Budget are popular providers to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Lima Airport around three weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
When to fly to Lima Airport (LIM)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Lima Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Lima. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
Before locking in your flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Lima Airport, think about the kind 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 PHL to LIM sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Peru
Lima has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Peru just waiting to be discovered. Around 11 kilometres west of Lima, a visit to Callao will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Islas Palomino, Malecón Pardo La Punta - Callao and Fortaleza Real Felipe.
Around 483 kilometres north-west of Lima, Trujillo is another essential stop in Peru. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Iglesia de La Merced, Plaza de Armas de Trujillo and Playa de Huanchaco.