Travelling from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM): what you need to know
Lima is seven hours behind Cape Town and observes the UTC-5 timezone.
Your CPT to LIM flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months like June, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
Pick a stopover if you want to break up your flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see the options for tickets from Cape Town International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport. Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport is a popular stopover on the CPT to LIM route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Cape Town International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport flight is ₹ 58,121. A return plane ticket is currently ₹ 113,596. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from CPT to LIM. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Getting cheap flights from Cape Town International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices across every month and bag a great deal.
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Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Cape Town International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport.
Handy information about Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
Cape Town International Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 81.65% of flights that take off from CPT reach their destination on time.
To reach Cape Town International Airport from central Cape Town, it takes around 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking an early flight from Cape Town International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to CPT:
Arriving at Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Cape Town International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near LIM instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Jorge Chavez International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Sixt, Alamo or Budget and experience the lesser-explored corners of Lima and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Jorge Chavez International Airport around three weeks before you set off.
Getting from Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) to central Lima
Jorge Chavez International Airport to the centre of Lima has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
It'll take around 35 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
The quietest month for a flight from Cape Town International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport is April, while August is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Lima based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When reserving your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. February is the warmest month in Lima, with the temperature ranging from 19ºC to 26ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from CPT to LIM in August if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC and 21ºC on average.
Explore more of Peru
Callao is just one of the many places in Peru waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Lima. Around 11 kilometres away to the west, its top attractions include Temático Marina de Guerra Del Peru Park, Los Jazmines Park and Monumento a Santa Rosa de Lima.
Trujillo is another must-experience destination in Peru and is around 483 kilometres north-west of Lima. No journey is complete without seeing Portada Moche. Santa Rosa. Entrada Huaca del sol. Huaco Fertilidad. Parque temático Moche, Plaza de Armas El Milagro and Plaza de Armas de Trujillo.
