Jorge Chavez International Airport
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.
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.
Jorge Chavez International Airport is most useful when its route network, ground transport and terminal setup match the trip you are taking. Before booking, compare the scheduled departure time with the airport location, connection window and any baggage or check-in requirements attached to your airline.
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.
For any airport, the operating airline matters as much as the marketing airline shown in a search result. Codeshares, partner flights and regional affiliates can affect check-in desks, terminal use, baggage handling and support if a flight is delayed or changed.
Terminals and Transfers
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.
Connections through LIM need more planning when flights are on separate tickets, when checked baggage is involved, or when the itinerary changes between domestic and international processing. Build a wider buffer if you need to collect bags, move between terminals or pass through security again.
Ground Transport and Trip Planning
Jorge Chavez International Airport ground transport should be planned around your arrival time, luggage and final destination. Public transport can be efficient where available, while taxis, rideshare and private transfers may be easier for late arrivals, families or travellers with multiple bags.
If you are choosing between airports or routes, compare LIM against the destinations currently tracked from this airport, including Santiago, Cuzco. The best itinerary is not always the cheapest one if it creates a difficult transfer, a tight connection or a long onward journey.
Practical guide
Using Jorge Chavez International Airport without guesswork
Plan LIM around the terminal you use, the type of connection you are making and how predictable you need the trip into Lima to be.
Confirm whether your flight uses a domestic, international or regional area at LIM. Airport layouts vary, and terminal assumptions are a common source of missed connections.
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 proje
Leave extra time when changing terminals, travelling with checked luggage, or arriving during busy morning, evening, holiday or event periods.
Before you leave for LIM
- 1Confirm the terminal and operating airline before leaving for LIM.
- 2Check baggage cut-off times if you are travelling with checked luggage.
- 3Leave extra time for international processing or terminal changes.
- 4Compare ground transport options against traffic and arrival time.
- 5Recheck the flight status before travelling to the airport.
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Terminal and transfer notes
Confirm whether your flight uses a domestic, international or regional area at LIM. Airport layouts vary, and terminal assumptions are a common source of missed connections.
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 proje
Leave extra time when changing terminals, travelling with checked luggage, or arriving during busy morning, evening, holiday or event periods.
For Jorge Chavez International Airport, the safest connection plan is based on the operating airline, the terminal shown on your booking and whether your baggage is checked through. If the itinerary uses separate tickets, choose a larger buffer.
Airlines
Airlines flying from LIM
Compare the carriers connected with LIM, including airline codes, operating brands and routes currently tracked from this airport.
Routes
Top routes from LIM
Use these route cards to scan popular destinations, estimated distance and flight time before checking live schedules and fares.
Official planning details
Transfers, fares, parking and passenger services at LIM
A source-linked planning layer for details that can change: terminal transfers, transport costs, parking, lounges and accessibility.
Terminal transfer links
TransfersJorge Chavez International Airport transfer details can depend on airline, terminal, baggage handling and whether flights are booked on one ticket. Check the operating airline and airport website before relying on a tight connection at LIM.
Check airport transfer informationTransport fares and local access
FaresTransport costs to and from Lima can vary by public transport, taxi, rideshare, private transfer, tolls and time of day. Confirm current fares before travelling, especially for late arrivals or peak periods.
Review transport informationParking and pre-booking
ParkingParking at Jorge Chavez International Airport may vary by terminal, short-stay area, long-stay area and online booking rules. Compare official parking options with drop-off, pick-up and ground transport before choosing how to reach the airport.
Review airport parking optionsLounges and eligibility
LoungesLounge availability at LIM depends on airline, cabin, alliance status, membership or paid-entry rules. Check the operating airline before travel because access rules and opening hours can change.
Check lounge informationAccessibility and assistance
AccessPassengers needing mobility, sensory, medical or other assistance should confirm airport facilities and arrange airline assistance before travel. Airline-provided help is usually requested through the airline or booking channel.
Review accessibility informationTerminal and parking maps
MapsMaps are useful for finding check-in areas, arrivals paths, parking locations and ground transport pick-up points at Jorge Chavez International Airport. Confirm the terminal before leaving for the airport.
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Useful cost notes
Prices can change, so use these notes to spot likely cost items before checking the official source.
Public transport, taxi, rideshare and private-transfer prices around LIM can change by time, distance, demand and local fees.
Parking prices often vary by car park, stay length and whether online pre-booking is available.
Seat selection, baggage, lounge access, tolls and late-night transport can change the real cost of a trip.
Nearby airports
Other airports in Peru
Nearby airport options can help when comparing fares, connection times, ground transport and alternate arrival points in Peru.
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Jorge Chavez International Airport — frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the details travellers usually check first, from codes and locations to the practical basics that help with planning.
9 common questions
- Jorge Chavez International Airport is located in Lima, Peru (South America), at coordinates -12.020°, -77.110°.
- Its IATA code is LIM and its ICAO code is SPIM.
- Jorge Chavez International Airport serves Lima, Peru. When comparing fares, check whether other airports also serve the same area — prices and transfer times can differ between them.
- Jorge Chavez International Airport operates on America/Lima local time. Departure and arrival times on tickets are always shown in each airport's local time, so double-check the offset when planning connections or pick-ups.
- Jorge Chavez International Airport sits at latitude -12.020° and longitude -77.110°. The map link in the details panel on this page opens the exact location for driving directions.
- Carriers tracked on routes from LIM include American Airlines, Sky Airline, Korean Air, LATAM Airlines, Iberia, APA Guam and 1 more.
- Tracked destinations from LIM include Santiago and Cuzco, spread across 2 countries.
- Its address is s/n Avenida Elmer Faucett, Callao, Callao, 7031, Peru, the phone number is +51 1 5173501, the official website is http://www.lap.com.pe/. For flight-specific questions (delays, baggage, rebooking), contact the operating airline directly rather than the airport.
- Yes — Originfacts lists 9 other airports in Peru. The nearby-airports section on this page links to each of them, which is useful when comparing fares or finding an alternative departure point.