Flying from Panama City to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM): What you need to know
Panama City has two main airports where you can start your adventure. Check out your options for booking a flight from Panama City to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) heading out from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) or Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB).
3 hours 35 minutes is the average travel time for a direct Panama City to Jorge Chavez International Airport flight.
Lima (where Jorge Chavez International Airport is located) and Panama City share the UTC-5 timezone. You can fly without needing to calculate any time difference.
The busiest route is from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM), with 42 direct services every week. If you're eager to be on your way, the earliest flight from PTY to LIM is the 8:45am Copa Airlines service. If a later flight fits your day better, the final departure is at 9:49pm with Copa Airlines.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Panama City to LIM. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
In high season, expect longer wait times and be there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Panama City
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Fly without interruptions from Tocumen International Airport (PTY). Nonstop flights from Panama City to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) are available from here.
Copa Airlines is a well-known airline that offers direct flights from Panama City to Jorge Chavez International Airport departing from PTY.
Most passengers choose to fly with Copa Airlines from PTY to LIM.
Copa Airlines shines when it comes to on-time performance. A dependable 91.64% of its services on this route land as scheduled.
We make it a piece of cake to find cheap flights from Panama City to LIM with a stopover. To explore all your options leaving from Tocumen International Airport (PTY), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers between PTY and LIM include:
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE)
PTY is about 21 kilometres from central Panama City. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near Tocumen International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Panama City to Jorge Chavez International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
Tocumen International Airport has a strong on-time record, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from PTY arrive at their destination as scheduled 86.03% of the time.
Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (PAC)
PAC is around 2 kilometres from central Panama City. It'll take you 5 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 25 minutes.
Flying off with the first light? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport the day before your Panama City to LIM flight:
Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB)
Searching for a plane ticket from Panama City to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) with one or more stops can offer you more choice of departure times along with better fares. When departing from Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB), here are a few places you can detour to on the way to LIM:
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)
If you're making your way to BLB from the centre of Panama City, it takes about 20 minutes to get there by car. The drive is roughly 16 kilometres.
Set yourself up for a smooth departure — stay near Panama Pacifico Airport and know you'll get to your boarding gate with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Panama City to Jorge Chavez International Airport flight:
BLB has an on-time performance rate of 86.75%. This means most of its flights arrive at their destination as expected and your trip is smooth and easy.
About Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
Have a late flight from Panama City to Jorge Chavez International Airport? Don't let it end in exhaustion. Check in to one of these hotels near LIM and turn in quicker:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Jorge Chavez International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Sixt, Alamo or Budget and explore beyond Lima's usual tourist stops.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride around three weeks ahead of your Panama City to Jorge Chavez International Airport flight.
Getting from Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) to central Lima
Central Lima is around 8 kilometres from Jorge Chavez International Airport. Journey times by car hire or cab will vary based on traffic conditions and time of day, so do some research before your trip.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Panama City to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Panama City to Jorge Chavez International Airport is 170 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 360 €. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
Book two months before flying. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Panama City to LIM.
The best month for scoring cheap Panama City to Jorge Chavez International Airport tickets is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates that offer the biggest savings.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a better deal is available on plane tickets from Panama City to LIM.
Hunt for savings on a flight from Panama City to Jorge Chavez International Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'
The best time to fly from Panama City to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Panama City to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM). August is the most popular month to visit Lima. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, go in April.
Lock in a Panama City to LIM plane ticket departing in February if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Lima to range from 19ºC (66ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
August has temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Panama City to Jorge Chavez International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Lima
Start your Lima trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Panama City to Jorge Chavez International Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Machu Picchu Park, Iguazú Park and La Casa de la Gastronomia Peruana are must-do's during your Lima adventure.
Explore more of Peru
You've done Lima, now it's time to explore other corners of Peru. Journey about 209 kilometres east to Huancayo to tick off its top attractions. From Cristo Rey to Los Pinos - Cochas Chico. Ecological Park and Mirador Chonta, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Ica is another well-known destination in Peru and is around 274 kilometres south-east of Lima. No trip is complete without a visit to Oasis of Huacachina, Mirador de Huacachina and Las Dunas de la Huacachina.
