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Jorge Chávez International Airport

Lima, PE

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Jorge Chávez International Airport

Lima, Peru · South America

LAP counted 25.5 million passengers in 2025 after the 1 June 2025 terminal transfer. The Club covers both international and domestic Priority Pass; LATAM’s Level 4 dual-zone lounge is elites and premium cabin only — not Star Gold and not Priority Pass.

Airportist Score

7.4/ 10

Solid

Ease of use7.5
Comfort & amenities7.3
Food & retail7.8
Ground access7.9
Reliability6.5
Lounges7.6

How the score works

An editorial 0–10 score. The overall is exactly the weighted sum of six traveler categories — not a Google rating and not a poll.

25%Ease of use — Wayfinding, security wait, and layout.
20%Comfort & amenities — Seating, Wi-Fi, cleanliness, and quiet.
15%Food & retail — Food and retail quality and variety.
15%Ground access — Transit, taxi, and parking to the city.
15%Reliability — Delays, cancellations, and weather resilience.
10%Lounges — Worth-it density and access quality.

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Jorge Chávez International Airport

Lima, Peru · South America

LAP counted 25.5 million passengers in 2025 after the 1 June 2025 terminal transfer. The Club covers both international and domestic Priority Pass; LATAM’s Level 4 dual-zone lounge is elites and premium cabin only — not Star Gold and not Priority Pass.

Airportist Score

7.4/ 10

Solid

Ease of use7.5
Comfort & amenities7.3
Food & retail7.8
Ground access7.9
Reliability6.5
Lounges7.6

How the score works

An editorial 0–10 score. The overall is exactly the weighted sum of six traveler categories — not a Google rating and not a poll.

25%Ease of use — Wayfinding, security wait, and layout.
20%Comfort & amenities — Seating, Wi-Fi, cleanliness, and quiet.
15%Food & retail — Food and retail quality and variety.
15%Ground access — Transit, taxi, and parking to the city.
15%Reliability — Delays, cancellations, and weather resilience.
10%Lounges — Worth-it density and access quality.

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Typical security
20 min
editorial average, not live
Fastest to city
30-45 min
Official airport taxis
Cheapest to city
Airport Express Lima
$ · 45-60 min
Lounges
3
3 rated worth it
On time
78%
of departures
Terminals
1
new integrated terminal (full ops 1 Jun 2025)

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LIMGuide

LIMGuide

Most important tips

Know before you go

A compact traveler cheat sheet for timing, terminals, food, and disruption checks.

Timing

Arrive 3 hours early for international

Security + immigration often 45-60 min combined.

Peak morning rush 5-8am sees longest immigration queues.

Terminal

Everything in one new building

Check-in Level 3, security to airside, The Club and LATAM lounges on the mezzanine / Level 4.

Domestic and international share the terminal that took all operations on 1 June 2025.

Food

Try La Lucha or local ceviche spots airside

Peruvian sandwiches and fresh seafood outperform chains.

Level 4 has quieter seating near lounges with better options.

Status

Domestic Club lounge is open

International and domestic Club lounges both operate in the new terminal.

The Club at LIM (Domestic) accepts Priority Pass; old Sumaq lounge is closed.

Live conditions

Right now at LIM

Security waits and operational status from official feeds, where the airport publishes them.

Honest verdict

Who this airport works for

Best for

Peruvian food options
Affordable bus transfers
Modern facilities post-rebuild
LATAM hub connections

Watch out for

Morning immigration queues
Crowded Priority Pass lounge at peak times
LATAM lounge is not Star Alliance Gold and not Priority Pass
No metro at the curb

Airportist Score

Why this score

Overall is the published weighted sum of six categories. No holistic fudge on top.

Ease of use · 25%

Wayfinding, security wait, and layout.

7.5

Comfort & amenities · 20%

Seating, Wi-Fi, cleanliness, and quiet.

7.3

Food & retail · 15%

Food and retail quality and variety.

7.8

Ground access · 15%

Transit, taxi, and parking to the city.

7.9

Reliability · 15%

Delays, cancellations, and weather resilience.

6.5

Lounges · 10%

Worth-it density and access quality.

7.6

Key stats

Editorial reference figures, not live readings.

Annual passengers

25.5 million (2025, LAP)

Terminals

1 new integrated terminal (full ops 1 Jun 2025)

On-time departures

78%

Typical security

20 min

Guide quick facts

From the editorial guide for LIM.

Updated Sep 15, 2026

All passenger operations transferred to the new Jorge Chávez terminal on 1 June 2025 (12-hour pause 01:00–13:00 that day). It is not a 2026 opening.
LAP: 25.5 million passengers in 2025 (+4.1% vs 2024) — 15.22 million domestic, more than 10.27 million international, and more than 1.6 million connecting. Also 199,303 aircraft movements and 267,153 tonnes of cargo/mail.
Main hub for LATAM, which left oneworld in 2020 and is not Star Alliance or SkyTeam. Star Alliance carriers still serve LIM on their own metal.
Live Priority Pass: The Club LIM (International Pier, 00:00–23:59) and The Club at LIM (Domestic Pier, 00:00–23:59). PP also lists La Bonbonniere and Copper Bar restaurants plus Sleepover rest pods.
LATAM dual-zone lounge on Level 4: Signature 04:30–00:00; Premium 24/7. Not Priority Pass. Old Sumaq VIP Lounge stayed closed.
No metro at the curb. Airport Express Lima to Miraflores from S/15. Official taxi counters inside arrivals; avoid curb touts.

7 official sources

https://www.lima-airport.com/en
https://www.lima-airport.com/comunicados/noticias/347
https://www.lima-airport.com/en/comunicados/noticias/326
https://www.airportexpresslima.com/
https://theclubairportlounges.com/lounges/lim-the-club-international-airside
https://www.prioritypass.com/en-GB/lounges/peru/jorge-chavez-international
https://latampass.latam.com/es_pe/lounge-latam-lima

Full guide

Explore the LIM guide

Each section answers one trip question in depth.

Map
Jorge Chávez International Airport and the Lima city center
City center
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Getting There
3 ways into the city, compared on time, cost, and luggage.
Fastest: Official airport taxisCheapest: Airport Express Lima
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Lounges
3 lounges with access rules, hours, and verdicts. 3 rated worth it.
The Club at LIM (Domestic)LATAM Lounge LimaThe Club LIM
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Traveler Tips
Use Airport Express Lima for Miraflores (from S/15; group offer when 2+ share the same flight) — works best with light luggage
12 tips & hacks
View Traveler Tips
Amenities
6 rated amenities — food, Wi-Fi, quiet spots, family, and sleep.
Wi-FiPeruvian diningThe Club LIM
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Water
Where to refill for free, and where a bottle costs the least airside.
3 spots2 free or refill
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Reviews
Editorial and traveler reviews — what people actually complain about.
View Reviews

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Security wait times

Current security wait information is not available for this airport. Check the airport's official website or app before travel.

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Operational status

Normal operations

No Flighty-reported operational issues for this airport.

Source: Flighty Airports

Status response Oct 21, 13:10 UTC · Confirm live conditions with official sources before travel.