Flying from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU) to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM): what you need to know
The timezone in Lima is UTC-5, which is one hour ahead of Mexico City.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Show up at the airport on time to catch your NLU to LIM flight.
Travelling during a peak time like January? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between NLU and LIM:
Cancun International Airport
El Dorado International Airport
Tocumen International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU) to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
137 € is the lowest price for a one-way Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport flight. A return flight starts at 251 €. These fares may change based on demand.
To score cheap tickets from NLU to LIM, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
Getting cheap flights from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices across the month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
Of the flights that depart from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport, 67.58% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To get to Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport from central Mexico City, it'll take around 55 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 45 minutes.
Get your flight from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport off to an easy start. Just a quick ride from NLU, spend the night in Verticca Hotel and you'll be well-rested for the journey ahead.
Arriving at Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
Consider booking a hotel near LIM if you're on a late Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Jorge Chavez International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Sixt, Alamo or Budget and experience the lesser-explored corners of Lima and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Jorge Chavez International Airport around three weeks ahead.
Getting from Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) to central Lima
Jorge Chavez International Airport is roughly 10 kilometres from central Lima. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
August is the busiest month for flights from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Lima in April.
The warmest month in Lima is February, with the temperature ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your flights from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from NLU to LIM in August if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) on average.
Explore more of Peru
You've visited Lima, now it's time to explore more of Peru. Travel around 11 kilometres west to Callao to tick off its must-visit sights. From Temático Marina de Guerra Del Peru Park to Los Jazmines Park and Monumento a Santa Rosa de Lima, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in Peru, consider Trujillo, about 483 kilometres north-west of Lima. Portada Moche. Santa Rosa. Entrada Huaca del sol. Huaco Fertilidad. Parque temático Moche, Plaza de Armas El Milagro and Plaza de Armas de Trujillo are highlights.