Travelling from Sao Paulo to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM): What you need to know
Sao Paulo's main base, Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU), is where great travel stories take off. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Sao Paulo to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM).
5 hours 10 minutes is the average journey time for a direct Sao Paulo to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport flight.
Lima is two hours behind Sao Paulo. Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport is located in Lima, which follows the UTC-5 timezone.
With 40 direct flights a week between the two airports, Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) is the busiest route. LATAM Airlines operates the earliest flight at 3:40am. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight from GRU to LIM is with LATAM Airlines at 7:40pm.
To ensure you catch your flight from Sao Paulo to LIM, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Reach your destination without the detour from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU). Nonstop flights from Sao Paulo to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) can be booked from here.
When taking off from GRU, you can take a direct flight from Sao Paulo to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport with LATAM Airlines.
LATAM Airlines is the most frequently booked airline offering flights from GRU to LIM.
The carrier with the most reliable on-time arrival rate on this route is Sky Airline.
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Sao Paulo to LIM. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU). Pause your trip (and maybe pocket some savings) with a stop at one of these airports:
Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport (SCL)
Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Intl Airport (EZE)
Santa Cruz Viru Viru International Airport (VVI)
GRU is about 26 kms (16 miles) from central Sao Paulo. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Sao Paulo to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by staying at one of these hotels close to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport:
When it comes to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 71% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport (CGH)
CGH is around 10 kms (6 miles) from central Sao Paulo. It'll take you 25 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Sao Paulo to LIM flight? Kick back in a hotel near Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport before your trip officially starts. These stays are expecting you:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 75%.
Viracopos-Campinas International Airport (VCP)
From central Sao Paulo, VCP is around 97 kms (60 miles) away. It takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to get to the airport by car and 2 hours 20 minutes or so if you take public transport.
Sleep a little longer and still make your Sao Paulo to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport flight with time to spare. These hotels near Viracopos-Campinas International Airport make departure day effortless if you're setting off early:
Flights that depart from VCP make it to their destination on schedule 74% of the time.
About Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Sao Paulo to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near LIM instead:
Booking your ride around three weeks ahead of your Sao Paulo to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
Getting from Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) to central Lima
From Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport, central Lima is around 13 kms (8 miles) away. It takes about 30 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
Currently, £85 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sao Paulo to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is £157. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Sao Paulo to LIM if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
Affordable Sao Paulo to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across every month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Sao Paulo to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
February is the most popular month for flights from Sao Paulo to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM). Plan your visit to Lima in December if you'd rather avoid peak season.
Lock in a Sao Paulo to LIM plane ticket departing in February if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Lima to range from 19ºC to 26ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Sao Paulo to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport in August when temperatures are between 14ºC and 21ºC.
More about Lima
Start your Lima trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Sao Paulo to Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be hard to know where to begin. La Casa de la Gastronomia Peruana, Lima Cathedral and Lima Main Square are top attractions which should be on any well-planned Lima itinerary.
Explore more of Peru
Huancayo is just one of the many cities in Peru waiting to be explored after you've experienced Lima. Around 209 kms (130 miles) away to the east, check out popular attractions including Cristo Rey, Los Pinos - Cochas Chico. Ecological Park and Mirador Chonta.
Ica is another standout destination in Peru and is around 274 kms (170 miles) southeast of Lima. No journey is complete without visiting Oasis of Huacachina, Mirador de Huacachina and Las Dunas de la Huacachina.