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iata: LIM
name: Jorge Chávez International Airport
city: Lima
country: Peru
lastUpdated: '2026-09-03'
officialWebsite: 'https://www.lima-airport.com/en'
sources:
  - 'https://www.lima-airport.com/en'
  - 'https://www.airportexpresslima.com/'
  - >-
    https://www.theonlyperuguide.com/research/lima-airport-to-miraflores-your-hotel-safest-cheapest-options/
  - 'https://theclubairportlounges.com/lounges/lim-the-club-international-airside'
  - 'https://www.prioritypass.com/en-GB/lounges/peru/jorge-chavez-international'
quickFacts:
  - Single new international terminal opened 2026 with domestic operations
  - Main hub for LATAM and Star Alliance carriers
  - Serves as primary gateway to Peru and South America connections
  - 24/7 operations with recent expansion for higher capacity
  - No direct metro link yet (Line 4 planned for 2029)
  - Strong focus on Peruvian cuisine and culture in new facilities
bentoTips:
  - label: Timing
    title: Arrive 3 hours early for international
    detail: Peak morning rush 5-8am sees longest immigration queues.
    summary: Security + immigration often 45-60 min combined.
    category: timing
  - label: Terminal
    title: Everything in one new building
    detail: >-
      Domestic and international now share the modern terminal post-2026
      rebuild.
    summary: 'Check-in level 3, security to airside, lounges on mezzanine.'
    category: terminal
  - label: Food
    title: Try La Lucha or local ceviche spots airside
    detail: Level 4 has quieter seating near lounges with better options.
    summary: Peruvian sandwiches and fresh seafood outperform chains.
    category: food
  - label: Status
    title: Domestic Club lounge is open
    detail: >-
      The Club at LIM (Domestic) accepts Priority Pass; old Sumaq lounge is
      closed.
    summary: International and domestic Club lounges both operate in the new terminal.
    category: status
lounges:
  - name: The Club LIM
    hours: '00:00-23:59'
    access:
      - Priority Pass
      - LoungeKey
      - Day pass $55 USD
    bestFor:
      - Work
      - Long layovers
      - Families
    summary: >-
      International pier mezzanine Priority Pass lounge with showers and buffet;
      enter up to 3 hours before departure (max 3-hour stay). Day pass US$55.
    verdict: worth-it
    terminal: International
    amenities:
      - Showers
      - Buffet
      - Bar
      - Work areas
      - Kids corner
      - Rest zone
  - name: The Club at LIM (Domestic)
    hours: '02:00–23:00'
    access:
      - Priority Pass
      - Day pass
    bestFor:
      - Domestic connections
      - Families
    summary: >-
      Domestic pier Priority Pass lounge (opened mid-2026) with buffet, kids
      area, and co-working space. Access up to 3 hours before domestic
      departure.
    verdict: worth-it
    terminal: Domestic
    amenities:
      - Buffet
      - Bar
      - Kids corner
      - Work areas
  - name: LATAM Lounge
    hours: Varies
    access:
      - LATAM Premium
      - Star Alliance Gold
      - Business class
    bestFor:
      - LATAM passengers
    summary: Good for eligible LATAM flyers; limited access otherwise.
    verdict: depends
    terminal: International
    amenities:
      - Buffet
      - Bar
      - Seating
waterOptions:
  - kind: purchase
    name: Airport shops
    zone: airside
    price: S/3-5 for 500ml
    summary: >-
      Standard bottled water prices; buy before security if possible for
      landside savings.
    location: Airside near gates after security
    terminal: International
    isBestValue: true
  - kind: refill
    name: Restroom fountains
    zone: airside
    price: Free
    summary: Reliable free refill spots throughout the new terminal.
    location: Near gates and lounges on mezzanine
    terminal: International
  - kind: free
    name: Lounge water stations
    zone: airside
    price: Free with access
    summary: Unlimited complimentary water inside The Club LIM for members.
    location: The Club LIM mezzanine
    terminal: International
    isBestQuality: true
airportistScore: 7.2
slug: lim
region: South America
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# Jorge Chávez International Airport (LIM)
Lima, Peru · South America
Solid new terminal with good food and transport options but immigration bottlenecks and ongoing lounge rollout create tradeoffs.
## Airportist Score

**7.2 / 10**
- Comfort: 7.3
- Navigation: 7.5
- Food: 7.8
- Transport: 7.9
- Disruption resilience: 6.5

## At a glance

- Passengers: ~25M
- Terminals: 1 new integrated terminal
- Typical security: 20 min
- On-time: 78%
- Disruption: normal

## 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
- Limited domestic lounges until late 2026
- No direct rail link yet

## More intel

- [Lounge directory](/airports/lim/lounges.md) (free)
- [Getting there](/airports/lim/getting-there.md) (free)
- [Amenities](/airports/lim/amenities.md)
- [Traveler tips](/airports/lim/tips.md)
- [Water](/airports/lim/water.md)
- [Full guide](/airports/lim/guide.md)
- [Disruptions](/airports/lim/disruptions.md)
- [Reviews](/airports/lim/reviews.md)