Travelling from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Lima Airport (LIM): what you need to know
Lima is five hours behind London and follows the UTC-5 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your LHR to LIM flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you'd like to split up your journey, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Lima Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between LHR and LIM:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Madrid Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Lima Airport (LIM)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Lima Airport flight is 445 €. A round-trip plane ticket right now is 739 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from LHR to LIM if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
Getting cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to Lima Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across every month and score a great deal.
Save time searching for cheap flights from LHR to LIM by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from London Heathrow Airport to Lima Airport.
Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
78% of flights taking off from London Heathrow Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
London Heathrow Airport is about 24 kilometres from central London. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near LHR. Whether you're taking an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Lima Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Lima Airport (LIM)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late London Heathrow Airport to Lima Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near LIM instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Lima Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Sixt, Alamo or Budget and explore beyond Lima's main sights.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Lima Airport about three weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Lima Airport (LIM) to central Lima
From Lima Airport, Lima is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre by car.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 50 minutes.
When to fly to Lima Airport (LIM)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Lima Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Lima. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
Lock in your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Lima Airport for February if you'd like to go to Lima during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
August sees average temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF). Search for cheap tickets from LHR to LIM sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Peru
You've seen Lima, now it's time to discover other parts of Peru. Travel about 11 kilometres west to Callao to tick off its popular sights. From Islas Palomino to Malecón Pardo La Punta - Callao and Fortaleza Real Felipe, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in Peru, consider Trujillo, roughly 483 kilometres north-west of Lima. Iglesia de La Merced, Plaza de Armas de Trujillo and Playa de Huanchaco are among its highlights.