Flying from Melbourne to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM): What you need to know
Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport is located in Lima. The city runs on the UTC-5 timezone and is 16 hours behind Melbourne.
Leave plenty of time to make your flight from Melbourne to LIM. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Popular months like July or other peak periods mean longer lines and possible delays. Stay ahead of the crowds by arriving at the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
The journey from central Melbourne to MEL takes around 35 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 24 kilometers in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Melbourne to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, data shows 63% of flights complete their journey on time.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
With public transport, you can travel from central Melbourne to AVV in about 1 hour 20 minutes. The terminal is roughly 56 kilometers away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 1 hour 5 minutes.
Getting everyone to the airport on time before your Melbourne to LIM flight is much easier when you stay close to Avalon Airport. If you have an early departure, Corio Bay Motel gives you a head start on the journey.
Avalon Airport has an on-time performance rate of 76%. This figure gives an insight into how often flights that depart from this airport land on schedule.
About Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
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For the best deal, book your ride around three weeks ahead of your Melbourne to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport flight.
Getting from Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) to central Lima
Central Lima is around 13 kilometers from Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport and takes about 30 minutes to reach by car. Explore your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
It'll take around 50 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport is P48,195. For a return flight on this route, the best price is P83,847. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap flights from Melbourne to LIM, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
December is the quietest month for flights from Melbourne to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM), while February is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Lima based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Lima is February, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your Melbourne to LIM plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
August sees temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Lima
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Lima right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Melbourne to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be hard to work out where to begin. La Casa de la Gastronomia Peruana, Lima Cathedral and Lima Main Square are major attractions which should be on any well-planned Lima itinerary.
Explore more of Peru
You've visited Lima, now it's time to explore more of Peru. Journey about 209 kilometers east to Huancayo to check off its popular sights. From Cristo Rey to Los Pinos - Cochas Chico. Ecological Park and Mirador Chonta, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in Peru, head for Ica, roughly 274 kilometers southeast of Lima. Oasis of Huacachina, Mirador de Huacachina and Las Dunas de la Huacachina are key highlights.