Flying from Puerto Montt Airport (PMC) to Lima Airport (LIM): what you need to know
Lima's timezone is UTC-5, which makes Lima two hours behind Puerto Montt.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your PMC to LIM flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
During popular months like January, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
Break up your flight or take a detour to a new city with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Puerto Montt Airport to Lima Airport. Many travellers pass through Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Puerto Montt Airport (PMC) to Lima Airport (LIM)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Puerto Montt Airport to Lima Airport flight is $193. A return fare right now is $427. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from PMC to LIM if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when looking for a flight from Puerto Montt Airport to Lima Airport.
Save time searching for cheap flights from PMC to LIM by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Find the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Puerto Montt Airport to Lima Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Puerto Montt Airport (PMC)
Puerto Montt Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 85% of flights that take off from PMC arrive at their destination on time.
Central Puerto Montt to Puerto Montt Airport is approximately 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
You can expect a journey time of about 45 minutes when using public transport.
Taking an early flight from Puerto Montt Airport to Lima Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to PMC:
Arriving at Lima Airport (LIM)
Book a hotel close to LIM if you're catching a late Puerto Montt Airport to Lima Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Lima Airport rental car and discover Lima and beyond with your own set of wheels. Sixt, Alamo and Budget are top outlets you can book with here.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Lima Airport about three weeks before you set off.
When to fly to Lima Airport (LIM)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Puerto Montt Airport to Lima Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Lima. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Lima is February, with the temperature ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your flights from Puerto Montt Airport to Lima Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from PMC to LIM in August if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) on average.
Explore more of Peru
Lima has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Peru you'll want to see. Around 11 kilometres west of Lima, a trip to Callao will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Islas Palomino, Malecón Pardo La Punta - Callao and Fortaleza Real Felipe.
If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in Peru, head for Trujillo, roughly 483 kilometres north-west of Lima. Iglesia de La Merced, Plaza de Armas de Trujillo and Playa de Huanchaco are highlights.