Star Peru
A Peruvian scheduled airline focused on domestic links from Lima, serving regional cities with a compact network tailored to short-haul travel.
About Star Peru
Star Perú is a privately owned Peruvian scheduled airline founded in 1997. It has built its identity around domestic air travel, connecting the capital with regional cities that can require lengthy journeys by road. Although supplied corporate details associate the name with Civair and South Africa, the airline’s operating network, destinations and commercial identity are clearly centered on Peru.
Lima is Star Perú’s primary hub and the starting point for much of its network. The airline serves 10 destinations within Peru over 22 routes, including Pucallpa, Tarapoto, Cusco, Iquitos, Andahuaylas, Ayacucho, Huanuco, Puerto Maldonado and Talara. Pucallpa, Tarapoto, Cusco and Iquitos also function as important departure points within the published route structure.
Aircraft associated with the operation include the British Aerospace BAe 146-100, BAe 146-200 and BAe 146-300. These four-engine regional jets were designed for short sectors and access to airports with operational constraints. The onboard proposition is oriented toward practical domestic transport rather than elaborate long-haul cabin products, so passengers should check the fare rules and service inclusions applying to their particular flight.
Star Perú is not a member of Star Alliance, SkyTeam or Oneworld. It also does not have a widely recognized proprietary frequent-flyer programme comparable with those of the major global airline groups. Passengers therefore should not assume they can earn or redeem alliance miles, receive reciprocal status benefits or use partner lounges when booking a Star Perú itinerary.
The airline’s chief strength is its focused connectivity between Lima and several Peruvian regional centers, including destinations where overland travel may be time-consuming. Its compact network can also be a limitation: schedules, frequencies and recovery options may be narrower than those available from larger competitors. Travelers with fixed commitments should leave sensible connection margins and review schedule changes before departure.
Good to know
Flying with Star Peru — what to expect
Domestic Network
Star Perú concentrates on routes within Peru, with Lima serving as the principal hub. Confirm the operating days because frequencies may vary by destination and season.
Baggage Conditions
Baggage allowances can depend on the fare purchased and the aircraft assigned. Check the allowance shown on the booking confirmation before packing, especially for checked luggage.
Allow Connection Time
Leave a generous margin when connecting through Lima or between separately ticketed flights. A compact operator may have fewer same-day alternatives after a disruption.
Check Flight Status
Reconfirm the departure time and terminal before travelling to the airport. Schedule adjustments can have a greater effect on routes with limited daily frequency.
Straightforward Cabins
Expect a practical service designed for relatively short domestic sectors. Cabin features and onboard inclusions should be checked for the individual flight rather than assumed from the airline name alone.
Network overview
Where Star Peru flies
Star Peru operates 22 routes to 10 destinations across 1 countries, its longest sector reaching Lima to Talara (946 km nonstop).
Destinations served
Cities Star Peru flies to, most-served first.
Main hubs
Busiest departure bases, by route count.
Fleet
Aircraft types on record for these routes.
Longest nonstop route
Lima → Talara
946 km · LIM → TYL
The longest sector in the Star Peru network, measured as the great-circle distance between the two airports.
Route data · TravelPayouts route data · updated 2026-07
Route network
Popular routes operated by Star Peru
Notable destinations on Star Peru's network.
2ILimadirect2IPucallpadirect2ITarapotodirect2ICuscodirect2IIquitosdirect2IAndahuaylasdirect2IAyacuchodirect2IHuanucodirect2IPuerto Maldonadodirect2ITalaradirectDestination list is indicative of Star Peru's network; see the airline's official route map for its complete, current schedule.
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FAQ
Star Peru — frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the details travellers usually check first, from codes and locations to the practical basics that help with planning.
8 common questions
- Star Peru's primary hub is Lima. Pucallpa, Tarapoto, Cusco and Iquitos are also among its busiest departure points by number of routes.
- Star Peru serves exactly 10 destinations across 1 country and operates 22 routes.
- Carry-on limits may vary with the fare and operating conditions. Passengers should use the allowance displayed during booking or on their ticket and confirm it with the airline before departure.
- Star Peru flies within Peru, serving Lima, Pucallpa, Tarapoto, Cusco, Iquitos, Andahuaylas, Ayacucho, Huanuco, Puerto Maldonado and Talara.
- Star Peru's longest route is Lima to Talara, about 946 km nonstop.
- The busiest departure points are Lima, Pucallpa, Tarapoto, Cusco and Iquitos, in that order by number of routes.
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- Tickets are generally easier to find at lower prices when booked ahead and outside major Peruvian holidays and peak travel periods. Comparing nearby dates and midweek departures may reveal better fares.