Travelling from Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) to London: what you need to know
London is five hours ahead of Lima, where Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport is located. London observes the UTC+0 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your LIM to London flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like February. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even explore another city. When browsing for plane tickets from LIM to London, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
The journey from central Lima to LIM takes around 50 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Planning to catch an early flight from Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport to London? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to LIM:
Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 82% of flights that depart LIM reach their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) to London
378 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport to London flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is 717 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to land cheap flights from LIM to London if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, take advantage of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when looking for your Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport to London ticket.
There's no need to keep looking every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you when there's an updated deal for cheap flights from LIM to London.
Save money on your flight from Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport to London with the help of our filters. Select your ideal times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is around 24 kilometres from the centre of London. If you're grabbing a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 45 minutes.
Getting there by public transport will take you around 25 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport to London. Stay at one of these accommodation options near LHR instead:
Reserving your ride from London Heathrow Airport around one week in advance of your flight from LIM to London can help you lock in the best possible rate.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
The centre of London is located around 48 kilometres from London Gatwick Airport (LGW). After your flight from Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport to London has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 1 hour 20 minutes or so.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near LGW. Here are a few options where you can check in after your LIM to London flight:
Avoid last-minute price surges. Booking your ride three weeks before your arrival at LGW will save you money.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
Find your way to the city centre after your flight from Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport to London has arrived. Central London is about 56 kilometres from London Stansted Airport (STN) and takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes to reach by taxi or ride-share.
The journey will take roughly 45 minutes on public transport.
Find a hotel near STN and go from landing to lounging in your room in a flash. Whether you're coming in on a late LIM to London flight or just want to keep your travel plans simple, these stays put comfort right within reach:
Around four weeks before your flight from Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport to London is a good time to book your ride from STN. You're likely to find a better rate or even snap up an early bird discount.
Best time to go to London
July is the most popular month for flights from Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport to London. To steer clear of the crowds, plan your trip to London in January.
Lock in a Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport to London plane ticket with a departure in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LIM to London in January when temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about London
After booking your flight from Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport to London, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring London:
Westminster Abbey and The British Museum are just a couple of the big attractions to put on your London travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Big Ben.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
You've done London, now it's time to discover more of the United Kingdom. Travel around 257 kilometres northwest to Manchester to tick off its top attractions. From Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour to The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Birmingham is another sought-after destination in the United Kingdom and is around 161 kilometres northwest of London. No trip is complete without visiting Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.