Getting To Lima

Flying To Lima

Jorge Chávez International Airport (LIM) is the main hub for Peru and one of South America's busiest airports. Direct services from Miami (5.5h), New York (7h), Madrid (11.5h), London (via Madrid), and all major South American cities. LAN/LATAM, Avianca, American, Air Europa, and Iberia are the main carriers.

• Miami → Lima: 5.5h direct (American, LATAM)
• New York (JFK) → Lima: 7h direct (LATAM, American)
• London → Lima: 13–16h via Madrid or Miami
• Bogotá → Lima: 3h (LATAM, Avianca)
• Cusco → Lima: 1h15m domestic (LATAM, Sky Airline)

Transport Within Lima

Uber and Cabify are the recommended options — safe, affordable, and app-tracked. Lima's traffic is among the worst in South America; always allow extra time for journeys across the city. The new Line 2 Metro is under construction but Lima currently lacks a useful metro for tourists.

• Uber Miraflores ↔ Barranco: $3–5 (10–20 min)
• Uber Miraflores ↔ Larco Museum (Pueblo Libre): $5–8 (15–25 min)
• Uber to airport: $15–20 (45–90 min — allow 90min at peak hours)
• Do not hail street taxis — use Uber or hotel-arranged taxis only

Peru Entry Requirements

Most Western passport holders enter Peru visa-free for up to 183 days. No advance visa required. There is a small airport departure tax typically included in international ticket prices.

• USA, EU, UK, Australia, Canada: visa-free up to 183 days
• Passport validity: at least 6 months from date of entry
• No vaccination requirements for most nationalities (confirm if visiting Amazon)
• Airport departure tax: usually included in international tickets