Travelling from Istanbul to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM): What you need to know
Lay the groundwork for your adventure by considering where you'll catch your flight from Istanbul to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM). Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) are Istanbul's main airports.
Jorge Chavez International Airport is located in Lima. The city follows the UTC-5 timezone and is eight hours behind Istanbul.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from Istanbul to LIM.
Taking off during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even visit a new city. When browsing cheap flights from Istanbul to LIM departing from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
The journey from central Istanbul to IST takes about 1 hour 45 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
In search of a convenient hotel close to Istanbul Ataturk Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Istanbul to Jorge Chavez International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping conveniently close to check-in:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Break up your flight from Istanbul to Jorge Chavez International Airport with a stop at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS). A major connection between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and LIM, it's the perfect opportunity to unwind before the next leg of your journey.
On public transport, you can travel from central Istanbul to SAW in around 1 hour 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 55 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Istanbul to LIM flight? Relax in a hotel near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport before your break officially begins. These stays are calling your name:
76.93% of flights out of Sabiha Gokcen International Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
About Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
Have a late flight from Istanbul to Jorge Chavez International Airport? Don't let it stretch your travel day into tomorrow. Stay at one of these hotels near LIM and shut your eyes sooner:
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Booking your vehicle around three weeks in advance of your Istanbul to Jorge Chavez International Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
Getting from Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) to central Lima
Jorge Chavez International Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Lima. How long it takes to get there in a cab or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Jorge Chavez International Airport is 388 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 767 €. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap flights from Istanbul to LIM, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first released.
Cheap Istanbul to Jorge Chavez International Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares throughout the month and then pick the cheapest day.
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Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Istanbul to Jorge Chavez International Airport.
The best time to fly from Istanbul to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
Think about your travel style when deciding the best time to fly. April is the quietest month to visit Lima. August is when most people book flights from Istanbul to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM), which may be ideal if you're chasing more excitement.
The warmest month in Lima is February, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Lock in your Istanbul to LIM plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
August sees temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Jorge Chavez International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Lima
Start your Lima trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Jorge Chavez International Airport, explore our range of hotels including:
There are plenty of awesome things to do in Lima when you're ready to sightsee. Start exploring at Machu Picchu Park followed by Iguazú Park and La Casa de la Gastronomia Peruana.
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