Flying from Philadelphia to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM): What you need to know
Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport is located in Lima. The city's timezone is UTC-5 — the same as Philadelphia.
Your flight from Philadelphia to LIM won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
If you're getting away during a popular month like July, arrive at the terminal even earlier. You'll want to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Security lines will be longer during peak periods like Christmas, New Year and spring break.
Airports in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
We make it a breeze to find cheap flights from Philadelphia to LIM with a stopover. To explore the options leaving from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between PHL and LIM include:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
PHL is about 18 kilometres from central Philadelphia. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 30 minutes.
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When it comes to Philadelphia International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 77% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
You'll find PHL at 8500 Essington Ave.
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
TTN is around 48 kilometres from central Philadelphia. It'll take 40 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 35 minutes.
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Trenton-Mercer Airport has an on-time performance of 76%. This figure gives an insight into how frequently flights that leave from this airport reach their destination on time.
TTN is located at Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
About Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Philadelphia to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near LIM:
Booking your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Philadelphia to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
Getting from Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) to central Lima
From Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport, central Lima is around 13 kilometres away. It takes about 30 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
It typically takes 50 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Philadelphia to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport is $374. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $758. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Philadelphia to LIM if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
Cheap Philadelphia to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across every month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Philadelphia to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Philadelphia to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM). February is when most people travel to Lima. If you prefer a quieter vibe, head there in December.
Book a Philadelphia to LIM plane ticket departing in February if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Lima to range from 19ºC (66ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Philadelphia to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport in August when temperatures are between 14ºC (57ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF).
More about Lima
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Lima right here. Browse these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Philadelphia to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. La Casa de la Gastronomia Peruana, Lima Cathedral and Lima Main Square are attractions you won't want to skip in Lima.
Explore more of Peru
You've seen Lima, now it's time to explore more of Peru. Travel around 209 kilometres east to Huancayo to check off its top sights. From Cristo Rey to Los Pinos - Cochas Chico. Ecological Park and Mirador Chonta, your itinerary will be busy.
Ica is another favourite destination in Peru and is around 274 kilometres southeast of Lima. No journey is complete without a visit to Oasis of Huacachina, Mirador de Huacachina and Las Dunas de la Huacachina.