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Jorge Chávez International Airport Insider Guide
LIMLima's sole airport and Peru's main gateway. A new terminal opened in 2025, massively expanding capacity with modern facilities. Hub for LATAM and Sky Airline. Located in Callao, about 12 km from downtown Lima but 45–70 minutes from Miraflores due to notorious traffic.
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50min
Transit to city
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25min
Immigration
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45min
Security buffer
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Leave with 6–10 hours+
Leave the airport?
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10h+
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Lounges
| Terminal | Lounge | Access | Showers | Good for | Price (paid) |
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| International | LATAM VIP Lounge | LATAM biz, oneworld Sapphire+ | Yes | Peruvian food, pisco sour bar, good views | ~$55 USD walk-in |
| International | Sumaq VIP Lounge | Priority Pass / paid | Yes | Hot food, bar, decent seating | ~$40 USD |
| International | Hanaq VIP Lounge | Priority Pass / paid | No | Snacks, drinks, quiet | ~$35 USD |
| Domestic | LATAM VIP Lounge (Domestic) | LATAM biz, oneworld elite | No | Snacks, drinks | ~$35 USD walk-in |
The LATAM VIP Lounge is Peru's best — try the pisco sour. PP holders have Sumaq and Hanaq as solid options in the international terminal.
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Traveler notes
- Lima traffic is brutal — Miraflores can take 45–70 min. Plan departure time carefully.
- Immigration is generally moderate (15–30 min) but can spike during peak arrivals.
- The new terminal has improved the experience significantly vs. the old one.
- Altitude is sea level — no acclimatization issues (unlike Cusco).
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Sleep / Rest
- Sleep pods and rest areas in the new terminal — check availability at information desks.
- Wyndham Costa del Sol at the airport: Connected landside, day rooms available (~$60–80 USD).
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Food
- Peruvian cuisine is world-class — ceviche, lomo saltado, and causa available airside.
- Tanta (Gastón Acurio restaurant) is the standout dining option at the airport.
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Showers
- LATAM VIP Lounge and Sumaq Lounge have showers. No public showers.
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Luggage Storage
- Available landside near arrivals; approximately $5–10 USD per bag per day.
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Transit to City
- Airport Express Lima: Bus to Miraflores, ~60 min, ~$8 USD. Comfortable and reliable.
- Taxi: ~40–70 min to Miraflores depending on traffic, $15–25 USD. Use official counters — avoid street taxis.
- Uber/DiDi: Work from designated pickup zones; similar pricing to taxis.
- Buffer: Back at LIM 3.5h international, 2h domestic.
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Essentials
- SIM/eSIM: Claro and Movistar counters in arrivals; tourist SIMs ~$5–10 USD. eSIM recommended.
- ATMs: Available in arrivals; dispense PEN (soles). Decline DCC. Notify your bank before traveling.
- Wi‑Fi: Free in the new terminal, decent speed.
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