LIM · Lima, Peru · International Hub
Jorge Chavez International Airport Guide
Terminals, minimum connection times, ground transport, parking, lounges, and layover advice for Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM), sourced from the airport or the operator that runs each service, with minimums from OAG data.
Quick answer
- Terminals: 1 terminal
- Minimum connection time: 30 min domestic, 1 hr 30 min international to domestic
- Arrive: 2 hr before domestic, 3 hr before international (airport's advice)
- Free WiFi: Yes · Showers: Yes
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Terminals & connections
Jorge Chavez International Airport has 1 terminal. Transfer system: A single new terminal (opened June 1, 2025) combining domestic and international under one roof, so connections stay within one building. LATAM Peru hubs here for South American and US traffic. OAG floors are 30 domestic and 90 for the other three sectors. The notable figure is the 90-minute domestic-to-international floor, higher than the 60 at Panama or Bogota, reflecting the security and immigration steps moving into the international departure flow. The new terminal that opened in June 2025 is a single building, so the friction is the border process, not the walk. LATAM files about 45 minutes same-airline domestic and around 90 for connections involving an international flight.
New single terminal (opened June 2025)
3 airlines: LATAM Airlines, Avianca, Copa Airlines
A brand-new terminal opened on June 1, 2025, combining domestic and international operations under one roof and replacing the old, cramped single terminal (now repurposed for offices, medical and private aviation). Operated by Lima Airport Partners (Fraport). LATAM Peru is the hub carrier.
Minimum connection times
- Domestic to domestic
- 30 min
- Domestic to international
- 1 hr 30 min
- International to domestic
- 1 hr 30 min
- International to international
- 1 hr 30 min
- Transfer system
- A single new terminal (opened June 1, 2025) combining domestic and international under one roof, so connections stay within one building. LATAM Peru hubs here for South American and US traffic.
- Airside connected
- Not published
Layover helper
Find how long to plan for a connection at LIM: the official minimum connection time, plus a comfortable time of 30 minutes more, or 60 more when you clear customs or go through security again after a terminal change. Adjust trip type, terminal change, and checked-bag assumptions to match your itinerary.
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Security & TSA
Security waits at LIM vary by time of day and checkpoint. Jorge Chavez International Airport recommends arriving at least 2 hours before a domestic flight and 3 hours before an international flight.
- TSA PreCheck
- Not available
- CLEAR
- Not available
- Global Entry
- Not available
No US preclearance or US programs. International arrivals clear Peruvian immigration and customs. The new (June 2025) terminal keeps domestic and international under one roof, with connecting passengers following marked flows to a dedicated connection corridor. Since October 27, 2025 international connecting passengers pay a Unified Airport Usage Fee (TUUA) for international transfers.
Lounges
2 notable lounges at LIM, including airline-branded clubs and third-party options accessible via Priority Pass or day-pass. Check your credit card benefits (Amex Platinum, Chase Sapphire Reserve, Capital One Venture X) before paying a day-pass fee.
LATAM VIP Lounge
New terminal (international)LATAM / oneworld
Access: Business, elite, oneworld Sapphire/Emerald
Amenities: Buffet, Bar, Wi-Fi
Salon VIP / Hanaq Lounge
New terminalContract / card-access
Access: Priority Pass, eligible cards, paid day pass
Amenities: Buffet, Bar, Wi-Fi
Amenities
6 of 7 core amenities available at LIM: showers, free WiFi, nursing rooms, chapel, pharmacy, pet relief. Free WiFi quality is rated good. Dining options span 1 terminal.
Showers
Available
Premium lounges
Sleep pods
Not available
WiFi
Free (good)
Free wifi in the new terminal
Nursing rooms
Available
New terminal
Chapel
Available
Chapel
Pet relief areas
Available
Pet relief areas
Dining highlights
New terminal: Peruvian cafes, Pisco bars
Ground transport to Lima
No official source we checked publishes a ride time from LIM to downtown Lima.
| Option | Cost | Time |
|---|---|---|
Airport Express Lima Bus Airport coach to Miraflores; tickets from 15 soles (about $4) can be bought on board or at the airport. The operator does not publish a ride time. | $4 | Varies |
Taxi / rideshare Taxi Authorized taxis are available at the service counters in national and international arrivals. No official fare or ride time is published. | Varies | Varies |
Parking
LIM does not publish a fixed daily parking rate; on-airport parking is priced dynamically by date and lot. Foreign airport; parking rates not independently verified. Peru prices in PEN via lima-airport.com.
- Short-term
- Varies
- Long-term
- Varies
- Economy
- Not published
- Valet
- Not published
Can I leave LIM during a layover?
With a 3-hour layover, stay inside LIM. With 6+ hours, you have time to see part of Lima.
Central Lima is about 11 km away and Miraflores further. The Airport Express Lima coach serves Miraflores, but no official ride time is published, and Lima's traffic plus the new terminal's temporary access roads make the trip hard to predict. Only a long layover is worth leaving for. Most connecting passengers stay in the new single terminal.
Overnight layover hotels
- $$$Costa del Sol Wyndham Lima AirportOn-airport
Frequently asked questions
How early should I arrive at LIM?
Jorge Chavez International Airport recommends arriving at least 2 hours before a domestic flight and 3 hours before an international flight. Security waits vary by time of day and checkpoint, so add buffer at busy times.
What is the minimum connection time at LIM?
LIM requires at least 30 minutes for domestic-to-domestic connections and 90 minutes for international-to-domestic connections. Transfer system: A single new terminal (opened June 1, 2025) combining domestic and international under one roof, so connections stay within one building. LATAM Peru hubs here for South American and US traffic.
Can I leave LIM during a 6-hour layover?
With 3 hours you should stay inside LIM. A 6-hour layover is enough to leave the airport briefly. Central Lima is about 11 km away and Miraflores further. The Airport Express Lima coach serves Miraflores, but no official ride time is published, and Lima's traffic plus the new terminal's temporary access roads make the trip hard to predict. Only a long layover is worth leaving for. Most connecting passengers stay in the new single terminal.
Does LIM have showers?
Yes, LIM has showers at Premium lounges.
Does LIM have sleep pods?
LIM does not have dedicated sleep pods. Check premium airline lounges for quiet rooms.
Is WiFi free at LIM?
Yes. LIM offers free WiFi throughout the airport. Free wifi in the new terminal
What is the cheapest way to get from LIM to Lima?
The cheapest option is typically Airport Express Lima at $4, taking a variable amount of time. Airport coach to Miraflores; tickets from 15 soles (about $4) can be bought on board or at the airport. The operator does not publish a ride time.
Is there TSA PreCheck and CLEAR at LIM?
LIM does not support TSA PreCheck and does not have CLEAR. Security waits vary by time of day and checkpoint. No US preclearance or US programs. International arrivals clear Peruvian immigration and customs. The new (June 2025) terminal keeps domestic and international under one roof, with connecting passengers following marked flows to a dedicated connection corridor. Since October 27, 2025 international connecting passengers pay a Unified Airport Usage Fee (TUUA) for international transfers.
Where should I eat at LIM during a layover?
Notable dining at LIM includes Peruvian cafes (New terminal), Pisco bars (New terminal).
How much does parking cost at LIM?
LIM does not publish a fixed daily parking rate; rates are set dynamically by date and lot. Foreign airport; parking rates not independently verified. Peru prices in PEN via lima-airport.com.
Is there a hotel at LIM for overnight layovers?
Yes. Costa del Sol Wyndham Lima Airport is on-airport (On-airport) in the $$$ price band. This is the easiest option for overnight layovers or early-morning departures since you can reach the terminal on foot without a shuttle or rideshare.
Are there pet relief areas at LIM?
Yes. Pet relief areas.
Is there a chapel or prayer room at LIM?
Yes. Chapel.
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Sources & verification
- Overview: https://www.lima-airport.com
- Terminals: https://www.lima-airport.com/en/comunicados/noticias/326
- Connection times: https://www.expertflyer.com/air/travel-information
- Security: https://www.cbp.gov/travel/trusted-traveler-programs/global-entry/airports-with-global-entry https://www.lima-airport.com/en/cms/pasajeros/preguntas-frecuentes
- Ground transport: https://www.airportexpresslima.com/es/tickets/aeropuerto-a-miraflores/
- Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jorge_Ch%C3%A1vez_International_Airport
Connection times, security and ground transport verified Oct 2026 against the sources above. Parking, amenities, lounges and nearby hotels without a listed source are not yet verified. Always confirm with Jorge Chavez International Airport before flying.
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