Flying from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM): what you need to know
Lima's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as New Orleans.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport on time to catch your MSY to LIM flight.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as October. 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.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between MSY and LIM:
Miami International Airport
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
Currently, 114 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 244 €. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MSY to LIM if you book ahead. Airlines often have some terrific early bird discounts.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when looking for a flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport.
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Handy information about Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)
You'll find MSY at 900 Airline Highway.
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport maintains a strong on-time record, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from MSY make it to their destination as scheduled 81.19% of the time.
Central New Orleans to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport is around 24 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Expect a journey time of around 50 minutes when using public transport.
Need a handy hotel close to MSY? If you're boarding an early flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near LIM instead:
Pick up a Jorge Chavez International Airport rental car and discover Lima and beyond with your own set of wheels. Sixt, Alamo and Budget are popular providers you can book with here.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Jorge Chavez International Airport about three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) to central Lima
From Jorge Chavez International Airport, Lima is approximately 10 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes roughly 35 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Lima. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Lima is February, with the temperature ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Lock in your flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MSY to LIM in August. Temperatures average between 14ºC (57ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) then.
Explore more of Peru
Callao is just one of the many places in Peru waiting to be explored after you've seen Lima. Around 11 kilometres away to the west, check out popular attractions including Temático Marina de Guerra Del Peru Park, Los Jazmines Park and Monumento a Santa Rosa de Lima.
Trujillo is another standout destination in Peru and is around 483 kilometres north-west of Lima. No trip is complete without dropping by Portada Moche. Santa Rosa. Entrada Huaca del sol. Huaco Fertilidad. Parque temático Moche, Plaza de Armas El Milagro and Plaza de Armas de Trujillo.
