Travelling from Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) to Philadelphia: what you need to know
The timezone in Philadelphia is UTC-4. The city is 1 hour ahead of Lima, where Jorge Chavez International Airport is located.
To ensure you catch your flight from LIM to Philadelphia, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from LIM to Philadelphia. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
If you have a passport from Peru, you will need an embassy visa to visit United States. This applies if you're booking a cheap ticket from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Philadelphia for tourism purposes. Requirements may be different if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always check the visa rules ahead of booking and definitely before flying.
LIM is around 10 kilometres from central Lima. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Philadelphia? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near LIM:
How to find the cheapest flights from Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) to Philadelphia
C$444 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Philadelphia. A return flight starts from C$753. These prices may change based on demand.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from LIM to Philadelphia if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your ticket from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Philadelphia.
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Airports in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is around 19 kilometres from the centre of Philadelphia. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 17 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 44 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Philadelphia. Stay at one of these accommodation options near PHL instead:
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
As soon as your flight from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Philadelphia has arrived, you can reach the city centre in about 39 minutes by car. Central Philadelphia is roughly 56 kilometres from Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN).
The journey will take roughly 1 hour and 43 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from LIM to Philadelphia, unwind at a hotel close to TTN. These are some comfortable options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Philadelphia
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Philadelphia. August is the most popular month to visit Philadelphia. If you prefer a more peaceful vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Philadelphia for July to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 18ºC to 32ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from LIM to Philadelphia in January when temperatures average between -7ºC and 9ºC.
More about Philadelphia
Once you've booked your flight from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Philadelphia, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Philadelphia:
Liberty Bell and Independence Hall are just two of the popular attractions to add to your Philadelphia itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Complete your Philadelphia trip with a car rental
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