Travelling from Vancouver to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM): what you need to know
You can choose from multiple airports when organising your flight from Vancouver to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM). Explore your options for leaving Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base (CXH) and Abbotsford Airport (YXX).
The timezone in Lima is UTC-5, which is 2 hours ahead of Vancouver. Jorge Chavez International Airport is located in Lima.
Give yourself enough time to make your flight from Vancouver to LIM. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Popular months like August or other peak seasons mean longer waiting times and potential delays. Stick to your schedule by arriving at the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
The journey from central Vancouver to YVR takes about 33 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 26 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Vancouver to Jorge Chavez International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near Vancouver International Airport:
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base (CXH)
Maximise your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Vancouver to Jorge Chavez International Airport. Visit family or friends or tick a new city off your bucket list. Whatever you'd like to do, check out these options between Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base and LIM:
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
CXH is about 2 kilometres from central Vancouver. It'll take 5 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 16 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not spend another night away? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base the day before your flight from Vancouver to LIM:
About Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Vancouver to Jorge Chavez International Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near LIM instead:
Getting from Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) to central Lima
Jorge Chavez International Airport is approximately 10 kilometres from the centre of Lima. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is about 25 minutes.
It takes around 35 minutes to get there by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Jorge Chavez International Airport is $383. The cheapest price for a return flight is $762. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
We recommend booking as early as possible to secure cheap tickets from Vancouver to LIM. You're more likely to score a great deal and have more options for departure times and travel dates.
Finding cheap tickets from Vancouver to Jorge Chavez International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices throughout the month and land a great deal.
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The best time to fly from Vancouver to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
August is the busiest month to catch a flight from Vancouver to Jorge Chavez International Airport while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Lima, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
Think about the type of weather that'll suit your plans for Lima. The warmest month is February. Book your flights from Vancouver to LIM during then and you can expect temperatures of between 19ºC and 26ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from Vancouver to Jorge Chavez International Airport in August when temperatures average between 14ºC and 21ºC.
More about Lima
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Lima right here. Check out these options after locking in your flight from Vancouver to Jorge Chavez International Airport:
One of the best ways to get a feel for Lima is to explore its most popular sights. Essential stops include Machu Picchu Park, Plaza de Armas and Huaca Pucllana.
Complete your Lima trip with a car rental
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