Travelling from Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) to New York: what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Jorge Chavez International Airport to New York and you'll be travelling for an average of 7 hours 59 minutes.
Jorge Chavez International Airport is located in Lima. Operating on the UTC-4 timezone, New York is 1 hour ahead of Lima.
Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is the most popular route, with 38 weekly departures to choose from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from LIM to JFK is with LATAM Airlines at 12:00. Go for the first departure operated by LATAM Airlines at 00:05 if you want to get on your way earlier.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your flight from LIM to New York.
During popular months such as August, it's wise to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
You can catch a direct flight from Jorge Chavez International Airport to New York that lands at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR).
Get on board with LATAM Airlines. This well-known carrier operates direct flights from Jorge Chavez International Airport to New York.
We make it a breeze to plan a flight from LIM to New York that includes a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE)
When travelling to United States for tourism purposes, you'll need an embassy visa if you hold a passport from Peru. However, visa rules can change and you may need additional documents depending on the purpose and length of your visit. Always check the most up-to-date guidelines before you book your cheap ticket from Jorge Chavez International Airport to New York.
Located around 10 kilometres from the centre of Lima, LIM can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near LIM? If you've booked an early flight from Jorge Chavez International Airport to New York, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
How to find the cheapest flights from Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) to New York
₹ 20,123 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Jorge Chavez International Airport to New York. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ₹ 40,991. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap tickets from LIM to New York, reserve your journey 9 months before your departure.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Jorge Chavez International Airport to New York. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Airports in New York
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to the centre of New York is around 28 minutes by car. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 11 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Jorge Chavez International Airport to New York. Check in to one of these accommodation options near EWR instead:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is about 48 kilometres from the centre of New York. After your flight from Jorge Chavez International Airport to New York, it'll take you around 48 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 1 hour and 20 minutes.
There are some great places where you can rest ahead of your adventure near JFK. Unwind and get cosy after your flight from LIM to New York at one of these well-located options:
Best time to go to New York
August is the busiest month for flights from Jorge Chavez International Airport to New York. To skip the crowds, plan your trip to New York in February when things are quieter.
Before booking a flight from Jorge Chavez International Airport to New York, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in New York, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC to 30ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -6ºC and 8ºC. Look for cheap flights from LIM to New York sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about New York
After locking in your flight from Jorge Chavez International Airport to New York, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring New York:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building are highlights which should feature on any good New York itinerary.
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