Flying from Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) to Johannesburg: what you need to know
Jorge Chavez International Airport is located in Lima. Following the UTC+2 timezone, Johannesburg is seven hours ahead of Lima.
Allow plenty of time to catch your LIM to Johannesburg flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself some extra wiggle room. A good rule of thumb for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
We make it simple to book flight tickets from LIM to Johannesburg with a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
LIM is about 8 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. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 35 minutes.
Searching for a hotel near LIM? If you've booked an early flight from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Johannesburg, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Jorge Chavez International Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 81.53% of flights that depart LIM land on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) to Johannesburg
The best price we've found for a one-way Jorge Chavez International Airport to Johannesburg flight is RM3,353. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM5,662. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from LIM to Johannesburg. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when looking for a Jorge Chavez International Airport to Johannesburg ticket.
Save time looking for cheap flights from LIM to Johannesburg by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Johannesburg.
Airports in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is around 29 kilometres from central Johannesburg. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 30 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 10 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Johannesburg, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near JNB:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up an O.R. Tambo International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Carwiz, Alamo or Green Motion and experience the lesser-explored corners of Johannesburg and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from O.R. Tambo International Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from LIM to Johannesburg.
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
The centre of Johannesburg is located around 48 kilometres from Lanseria International Airport (HLA). Once your flight from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Johannesburg has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should take about 50 minutes.
You'll find some comfortable places ready to welcome you near HLA. Kick back and get cosy after your LIM to Johannesburg flight at one of these well-located options:
No need to worry about public transport schedules or long cab lines. Grab a Lanseria International Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Compare rates and availability from First - Car Hire, Tempest - Car Hire and Firefly powered by Hertz.
Lock in the best price by reserving your ride from HLA four weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Johannesburg
Carefully consider your dates before booking your flight from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Johannesburg. The city buzzes during peak season, but hotel prices are usually higher and top attractions can get busy. Plan your trip to Johannesburg in the off-season if you prefer a more relaxed vibe.
Before locking in your Jorge Chavez International Airport to Johannesburg flight ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Johannesburg, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
July sees average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from LIM to Johannesburg around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Johannesburg
After booking your flight from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Johannesburg, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Johannesburg:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Maboneng Precinct, Constitution Hill and Johannesburg Zoo are must-do's during your Johannesburg adventure.
Explore more of South Africa
Johannesburg has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of South Africa you'll want to see. Around 451 kilometres south-east of Johannesburg, a trip to Pietermaritzburg will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like KwaZulu-Natal National Botanical Garden, Comrades Marathon House and The Old Prison.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in South Africa, head for Bloemfontein, about 370 kilometres south-west of Johannesburg. Naval Hill Planetarium, Bloemfontein Zoo and Anglo Boer War Museum are the start of reasons to visit.