Flying from Rio De Janeiro to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM): What you need to know
Rio De Janeiro's main base, Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG), is where great travel stories take off. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from Rio De Janeiro to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM).
Expect to be in the air for 5 hours 45 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct Rio De Janeiro to Jorge Chavez International Airport flight.
Jorge Chavez International Airport is located in Lima. The city is in the UTC-5 timezone and is two hours behind Rio De Janeiro.
You can choose from 7 direct flights a week between Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) and Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM). This is the most popular route, with LATAM Airlines offering a 7am departure from GIG to LIM.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your flight from Rio De Janeiro to LIM.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow some extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
You can hop on a direct flight from Rio De Janeiro to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) out of Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG).
You can travel on a direct flight from Rio De Janeiro to Jorge Chavez International Airport with LATAM Airlines. This top carrier operates services from GIG.
The airline with the highest booking numbers between GIG and LIM is LATAM Airlines.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrivals rate on this route is LATAM Airlines.
We make it a breeze to find cheap flights from Rio De Janeiro to LIM that include a stopover. To explore the options departing from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between GIG and LIM include:
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
GIG is around 18 kilometres from central Rio De Janeiro. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Rio De Janeiro to Jorge Chavez International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
Of all flights leaving Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport, 79.57% touch down on time at their destination.
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Rio De Janeiro to SDU in around 15 minutes. The terminal is roughly 2 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 5 minutes.
Flying off with the first light? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Santos Dumont Airport the day before your Rio De Janeiro to LIM flight:
78.67% of all departures from Santos Dumont Airport make it to their destination as expected.
About Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
Have a late flight from Rio De Janeiro to Jorge Chavez International Airport? Don't let it steal your sleep. Stay at one of these hotels near LIM and hit the pillow fast:
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To get the lowest price, book your ride around three weeks in advance of your Rio De Janeiro to Jorge Chavez International Airport flight.
Getting from Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) to central Lima
Jorge Chavez International Airport to central Lima is roughly 8 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, plan in advance to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times can vary depending on traffic conditions and the time of day.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio De Janeiro to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Rio De Janeiro to Jorge Chavez International Airport is 158 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 336 €. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
Book three months before you want to travel. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Rio De Janeiro to LIM.
The best month for landing cheap Rio De Janeiro to Jorge Chavez International Airport tickets is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Rio De Janeiro to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
Think about your travel style when planning your trip dates. April is the quietest month to visit Lima. August is when most people book flights from Rio De Janeiro to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM), which may be perfect if you're after more excitement.
The warmest month in Lima is February, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Lock in your Rio De Janeiro to LIM plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Rio De Janeiro to Jorge Chavez International Airport in August if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF).
More about Lima
After booking your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Jorge Chavez International Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Lima:
Your Lima trip isn't complete without checking out the sights. Top attractions worth exploring include Machu Picchu Park, Iguazú Park and La Casa de la Gastronomia Peruana.
Explore more of Peru
Huancayo is just one of the many places in Peru waiting to be explored after you've seen Lima. Around 209 kilometres away to the east, well-known attractions include Cristo Rey, Los Pinos - Cochas Chico. Ecological Park and Mirador Chonta.
Around 274 kilometres south-east of Lima, Ica is another essential stop in Peru. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Oasis of Huacachina, Mirador de Huacachina and Las Dunas de la Huacachina.