Traveling from Washington DC to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM): What you need to know
Washington DC and Lima (where Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport is located) share the UTC-5 timezone. That means you won't need to adjust your watch once you arrive.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your flight from Washington DC to LIM.
If you're going away during a peak month like July, get to the terminal even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Security lines will be longer during peak periods like Christmas, New Year and spring break.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even tour another city. When browsing cheap flights from Washington DC to LIM leaving from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Top options include:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
DCA is about 6 kilometers from central Washington DC. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 25 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Washington DC to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport:
Of the departures from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, 71% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
You'll find DCA at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Tick a new place off your list or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Washington DC to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport, here's where you can stop when leaving from Washington Dulles International Airport:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
Bogota El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
IAD is around 40 kilometers from central Washington DC. It takes 45 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city center. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Washington DC to LIM flight? Unwind in a hotel near Washington Dulles International Airport before your trip officially starts. These stays have your key waiting:
77% of flights taking off from Washington Dulles International Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)
Booking a plane ticket from Washington DC to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) with a stop or two can offer you a bigger choice of departure times and access to cheaper fares. When departing from Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI), here are a few places you can make a pit stop at on the way to LIM:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
From the center of Washington DC, BWI is around 48 kilometers away. It takes roughly 40 minutes to reach the airport by car and 50 minutes or so on public transport.
Relax in bed for a little longer and still make your Washington DC to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport flight with plenty of time to spare. These hotels near Baltimore Washington International Airport make departure day a breeze if you're jetting off early:
Flights that take off from BWI land at their destination on schedule 77% of the time.
About Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
Consider booking a hotel close to LIM if you have a late flight from Washington DC to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and call it a night faster:
Booking your ride around three weeks ahead of your Washington DC to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
Getting from Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) to central Lima
From Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport, central Lima is around 13 kilometers away. It takes about 30 minutes to get to the city center by car.
When traveling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
Currently, $227 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $445. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Washington DC to LIM if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Washington DC to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport tickets across each month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
Think about the pace you're looking for when deciding when to fly. December is the quietest month to go to Lima. February is when most people book flights from Washington DC to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.
When booking your Washington DC to LIM plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Lima, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
If you like traveling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Washington DC to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport in August when temperatures are between 14ºC (57ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF).
More about Lima
Once you've booked your flight from Washington DC to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Lima:
Your Lima visit should come with a side of sightseeing. Highlights that belong on your itinerary include La Casa de la Gastronomia Peruana, Lima Cathedral and Lima Main Square.
Explore more of Peru
Huancayo is just one of the many places in Peru waiting to be discovered after you've seen Lima. Around 209 kilometers away to the east, check out popular attractions including Cristo Rey, Los Pinos - Cochas Chico. Ecological Park and Mirador Chonta.
Ica is another must-experience destination in Peru and is around 274 kilometers southeast of Lima. No journey is complete without visiting Oasis of Huacachina, Mirador de Huacachina and Las Dunas de la Huacachina.