Flying from Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) to Bucharest: what you need to know
The timezone in Bucharest is UTC+2. The city is 7 hours ahead of Lima, where Jorge Chavez International Airport is located.
To ensure you catch your flight from LIM to Bucharest, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak month such as August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break — and perhaps even tour another city. When browsing flights from LIM to Bucharest, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Located around 10 kilometres from central Lima, LIM can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Bucharest? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to LIM:
How to find the cheapest flights from Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) to Bucharest
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Bucharest is C$777. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$1,562. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from LIM to Bucharest. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the departure date.
Getting cheap tickets from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Bucharest is easy if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across each month and land a great deal.
Log into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll get notified right away if there's a better deal on this route. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you time searching for cheap tickets from LIM to Bucharest every day.
Make the most of the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Bucharest, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Airports in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to central Bucharest is approximately 21 kilometres. It'll take you about 34 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 1 hour and 36 minutes if you're using public transport.
Book a hotel close to OTP if you're taking a late flight from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Bucharest. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Best time to go to Bucharest
July is the busiest month to catch a flight from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Bucharest while April is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Bucharest, consider the pace you like to travel at.
Lock in your flight from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Bucharest for August to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 17ºC to 33ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from LIM to Bucharest in January when temperatures average between -9ºC and 8ºC.
More about Bucharest
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Bucharest right here. Explore these hotels after you've booked your flight from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Bucharest:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Old Town, Herastrau Park and Romanian Athenaeum (Ateneul Roman) are attractions you won't want to skip in Bucharest.
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