Travelling from Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) to Shanghai: what you need to know
The timezone in Shanghai is UTC+8. The city is 13 hours ahead of Lima, where Jorge Chavez International Airport is located.
Leave plenty of time to get on your LIM to Shanghai flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're flying during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even explore another city. When browsing for flight tickets from LIM to Shanghai, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Located around 8 kilometres from the centre of Lima, LIM can be reached in about 25 minutes by car. Travelling on public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near LIM. Whether you're catching an early flight from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Shanghai or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are worth a look:
81.53% of flights leaving Jorge Chavez International Airport land at their destination on schedule. With its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when flying out of LIM.
How to find the cheapest flights from Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) to Shanghai
The best price we've found for a one-way Jorge Chavez International Airport to Shanghai flight is ₹ 84,518. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 174,583. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to land cheap flights from LIM to Shanghai if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when searching for a Jorge Chavez International Airport to Shanghai ticket.
Save time looking for cheap flights from LIM to Shanghai by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Shanghai by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'
Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to the centre of Shanghai takes around 50 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 56 kilometres away.
Consider staying in a hotel near PVG if you have a late flight from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Shanghai. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Venture beyond Shanghai and explore places that don't always get the spotlight with your own set of wheels. You can grab a Shanghai Pudong International Airport rental car from Hertz.
To secure the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Shanghai Pudong International Airport a few weeks ahead of your flight from LIM to Shanghai. Prices typically increase as your departure date approaches.
You'll find PVG at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Central Shanghai is around 14 kilometres from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). After your flight from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Shanghai has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 20 minutes.
You'll find some great places ready to welcome you near SHA. Kick back and get cosy after your LIM to Shanghai flight at any of these well-located options:
Why work around someone else's schedule? Grab a Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport rental car and set your own course. Reserve a set of wheels here with Hertz.
Usually, the sooner you book, the better the deals and choice of vehicles. Reserve your ride from SHA once your travel dates are set.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is located at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
Best time to go to Shanghai
Carefully consider your travel dates before securing your flight from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Shanghai. The city buzzes in peak season, but hotel rates are generally higher and attractions can be busy. Go to Shanghai in the off-season for a quieter vibe.
Book a Jorge Chavez International Airport to Shanghai flight ticket with a departure in August to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 23ºC to 34ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from LIM to Shanghai in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC and 10ºC on average.
More about Shanghai
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Shanghai right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Shanghai:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Yu Garden, The Bund Sightseeing Avenue and Shanghai Tower are essential stops on your Shanghai itinerary.
Explore more of China
You've seen Shanghai, now it's time to explore other parts of China. Travel about 274 kilometres west to Nanjing to tick off its top attractions. From Nanjing City Wall to Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall and Xuanwu Lake, your itinerary will be busy.
If there's time to check out another great destination in China, consider Puyang, about 241 kilometres south-west of Shanghai. Denggao Lansheng Building, Baozhang Yougu Scenic Area and 元宝山探险乐园 are key highlights.
