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Jorge Chavez International Airport
South America· Peru· America/Lima

Jorge Chavez International Airport

IATA · LIMICAO · SPIMServing Lima

About Jorge Chavez International Airport

Overview

Jorge Chávez International Airport sits roughly 11 kilometres northwest of Lima's historic centre, in the Callao region of Peru. It serves as the country's primary international gateway and the busiest airport in Peru, handling connections across South America, North America, Europe, and beyond. The facility has operated on its current site for decades, steadily growing alongside Lima's expanding role as a regional hub.

Terminals & Runways

The airport operates a single main terminal, though a large new terminal building has been under construction to significantly expand capacity. One primary runway handles the bulk of traffic, with a parallel runway project part of the broader modernisation effort. The airport operates around the clock, reflecting its status as a major transit point for long-haul and regional services alike.

Airlines

LATAM Airlines and its affiliates treat Jorge Chávez as a key hub within their South American network. Sky Airline, JetSMART, and other regional low-cost carriers maintain a notable presence. Major international operators including Iberia, Air France, KLM, American Airlines, and United Airlines provide intercontinental connectivity.

Airlines flying from LIM

7 carriers

Top routes from LIM

2 routes

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FAQ

Jorge Chavez International Airport — frequently asked questions

Where is Jorge Chavez International Airport?
Jorge Chavez International Airport is located in Lima, Peru (South America), at coordinates -12.020°, -77.110°.
What is the airport code for Jorge Chavez International Airport?
Its IATA code is LIM and its ICAO code is SPIM.
What time zone is LIM in?
Jorge Chavez International Airport operates on America/Lima local time.
Which airlines fly from LIM?
Carriers tracked on routes from LIM include American Airlines, Sky Airline, Korean Air, LATAM Airlines, Iberia, APA Guam and 1 more.
Where can you fly from LIM?
Tracked destinations from LIM include Santiago and Cuzco.