Travelling from Piura Airport (PIU) to Lima Airport (LIM): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Piura Airport to Lima Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 30 minutes.
Piura and Lima are in the same timezone, UTC-5.
Take your pick of 67 weekly Piura Airport to Lima Airport flights. The 07:00 departure with Sky Airline is the earliest you can take. LATAM Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 21:30.
To ensure you catch your PIU to LIM flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like December, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
A variety of airlines offer direct flights from Piura Airport to Lima Airport, so getting to Lima (and then discovering more of Peru!) is easy. Top carriers that fly nonstop include:
The majority of passengers choose to travel with LATAM Airlines on this route.
With 78.93% of its services landing on schedule, LATAM Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating PIU to LIM flights.
How to find the cheapest flights from Piura Airport (PIU) to Lima Airport (LIM)
31 € is the lowest price for a one-way Piura Airport to Lima Airport flight. Return flights start at 66 €. These prices can change depending on demand.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from PIU to LIM if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Piura Airport to Lima Airport. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
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Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Piura Airport to Lima Airport.
Handy information about Piura Airport (PIU)
79% of flights departing from Piura Airport reach their destination on time.
Piura Airport is about 6 kilometres from central Piura. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near PIU. Whether you have an early flight from Piura Airport to Lima Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Lima Airport (LIM)
If you're getting in on a late Piura Airport to Lima Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near LIM:
Travel at your own speed with a Lima Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Sixt, Alamo or Budget and see more of Lima and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Lima Airport about three weeks before your trip.
When to fly to Lima Airport (LIM)
August is the most popular month for flights from Piura Airport to Lima Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Lima in March.
Before locking in your flight from Piura Airport to Lima Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Lima, with the temperature ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from PIU to LIM in August. Temperatures average between 14ºC (57ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) then.
Explore more of Peru
Lima has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Peru waiting to be explored. Around 11 kilometres west of Lima, a trip to Callao will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Islas Palomino, Malecón Pardo La Punta - Callao and Fortaleza Real Felipe.
Trujillo is another must-experience destination in Peru and is around 483 kilometres north-west of Lima. No trip is complete without visiting Iglesia de La Merced, Plaza de Armas de Trujillo and Playa de Huanchaco.