Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM): what you need to know
The timezone in Lima is UTC-5, which is five hours behind London.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport with enough time to board your LHR to LIM flight.
Flying during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here are some options between LHR and LIM:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
At the moment, $516 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $739. Remember that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from LHR to LIM. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport across every month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
Landing cheap flights from LHR to LIM is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as fares go down.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from London Heathrow Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport.
Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Of the departures from London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% land on schedule at their destination.
Central London to London Heathrow Airport is approximately 31 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 55 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near LHR. Whether you're taking an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
If you're arriving on a late London Heathrow Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near LIM:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Jorge Chavez International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Sixt, Alamo or Budget and explore beyond Lima's main sights.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Jorge Chavez International Airport about three weeks ahead.
Getting from Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) to central Lima
Jorge Chavez International Airport is roughly 10 kilometers from central Lima. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.
When traveling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
August is the most popular month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Lima in April.
Lock in your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport for February if you'd like to go to Lima during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
If you like traveling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LHR to LIM in August. Temperatures average between 14ºC (57ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) then.
Explore more of Peru
Lima is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Peru waiting to be discovered. Around 11 kilometers west of Lima, a trip to Callao will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Temático Marina de Guerra Del Peru Park, Los Jazmines Park and Monumento a Santa Rosa de Lima.
Trujillo is another well-known destination in Peru and is around 483 kilometers north-west of Lima. No journey is complete without visiting Portada Moche. Santa Rosa. Entrada Huaca del sol. Huaco Fertilidad. Parque temático Moche, Plaza de Armas El Milagro and Plaza de Armas de Trujillo.
