Travelling from Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG) to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Rafael Nunez International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours 40 minutes.
Cartagena and Lima share the same timezone, UTC-5.
You can choose from 12 weekly Rafael Nunez International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport flights. The 14:14 departure with JetSMART is the earliest flight available. JetSMART operates the latest service of the day at 20:14.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your CTG to LIM flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
JetSMART is your ticket to exploring Lima (and perhaps some other great corners of Peru!). Check out the direct flights from Rafael Nunez International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport offered by this popular carrier.
JetSMART is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
LATAM Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating CTG to LIM flights. A reliable 86.67% of its services on this route land on time.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Rafael Nunez International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between CTG and LIM include:
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport
El Dorado International Airport
Tocumen International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG) to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Rafael Nunez International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport flight is $217. A round-trip plane ticket is currently $396. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Book six months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from CTG to LIM.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Rafael Nunez International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from CTG to LIM is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Rafael Nunez International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport.
Handy information about Rafael Nunez International Airport (CTG)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Rafael Nunez International Airport, data shows 67.0% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Rafael Nunez International Airport from central Cartagena, it'll take about 30 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near CTG. Whether you've booked an early flight from Rafael Nunez International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
If you have a late Rafael Nunez International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these accommodation options near LIM:
Go where the road takes you with a Jorge Chavez International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Sixt, Alamo or Budget and chase adventure across Lima and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Jorge Chavez International Airport around three weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) to central Lima
Jorge Chavez International Airport is approximately 10 kilometres from the centre of Lima. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.
It takes roughly 35 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
August is the most popular month for flights from Rafael Nunez International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Lima in April.
Book your flight from Rafael Nunez International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport for February if you'd like to go to Lima during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 19ºC and 26ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from CTG to LIM in August if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 14ºC and 21ºC on average.
Explore more of Peru
You've done Lima, now it's time to explore more of Peru. Travel around 11 kilometres west to Callao to check off its must-visit sights. From Temático Marina de Guerra Del Peru Park to Los Jazmines Park and Monumento a Santa Rosa de Lima, your itinerary will be busy.
Trujillo is another standout destination in Peru and is around 483 kilometres north-west of Lima. No trip is complete without seeing Portada Moche. Santa Rosa. Entrada Huaca del sol. Huaco Fertilidad. Parque temático Moche, Plaza de Armas El Milagro and Plaza de Armas de Trujillo.
