Flying from Istanbul to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM): What you need to know
Lima is eight hours behind Istanbul. Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport is located in Lima, which operates on the UTC-5 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from Istanbul to LIM.
Flying during a popular month such as August? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Istanbul to LIM. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Istanbul Airport (IST). Slip in a stop (and skip the high fares) by flying through one of these popular options:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
IST is around 40 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel close to Istanbul Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Istanbul to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport, these stays will put you just around the corner from the terminal:
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Add a little extra to your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Istanbul to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport. Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) is a popular option between Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and LIM.
SAW is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. It takes 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 40 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Istanbul to LIM flight? Unwind in a hotel near Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport before your holiday officially begins. These stays are calling your name:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 68%.
About Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
Have a late flight from Istanbul to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Stay at one of these hotels near LIM and hit the lights earlier:
To secure the lowest price, book your ride around three weeks in advance of your Istanbul to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport flight.
Getting from Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) to central Lima
Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport is around 13 kilometres from central Lima. It takes around 30 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
Currently, $1,140 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,730. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Istanbul to LIM if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Istanbul to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport tickets across every month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check 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 Istanbul to LIM.
Lock in a cheap flight from Istanbul to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport by using filters. Choose your preferred duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Istanbul to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
February is when most people book flights from Istanbul to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM). Plan your visit to Lima in December if you prefer a quieter experience.
The warmest month in Lima is February, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC and 26ºC. Lock in your Istanbul to LIM plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Search for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport in August if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC and 21ºC.
More about Lima
After booking your flight from Istanbul to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these options your base for exploring Lima:
You'll find plenty of fantastic things to do in Lima when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Head straight for La Casa de la Gastronomia Peruana followed by Lima Cathedral and Lima Main Square.
Explore more of Peru
Lima has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Peru waiting to be discovered. Around 209 kilometres east of Lima, a trip to Huancayo will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Cristo Rey, Los Pinos - Cochas Chico. Ecological Park and Mirador Chonta.
Ica is another standout destination in Peru and is around 274 kilometres southeast of Lima. No trip is complete without visiting Oasis of Huacachina, Mirador de Huacachina and Las Dunas de la Huacachina.