Travelling from Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) to Washington DC: what you need to know
Jorge Chavez International Airport is located in Lima. Following the UTC-4 timezone, Washington DC is one hour ahead of Lima.
Give yourself enough time to get on your LIM to Washington DC flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a popular month like August? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even tick off a new city. When browsing for plane tickets from LIM to Washington DC, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Located around 8 kilometres from central Lima, LIM can be reached in about 25 minutes by car. The journey on public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.
Searching for a hotel close to LIM? If you're catching an early flight from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Washington DC, these accommodation options put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
81.53% of flights departing from Jorge Chavez International Airport land at their destination as planned. Given its impressive on-time stats, you're unlikely to be delayed when flying out of LIM.
How to find the cheapest flights from Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) to Washington DC
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Jorge Chavez International Airport to Washington DC flight is RM839. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM1,990. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to land cheap flights from LIM to Washington DC if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
Scoring cheap tickets from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Washington DC is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to access the lowest fares across each month and snap up an incredible deal.
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Tailor your trip with filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Washington DC.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
The distance from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to central Washington DC is roughly 8 kilometres. It takes about 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes around 45 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel near DCA if you're coming in on a late flight from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Washington DC. Pick one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Ronald Reagan National Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Thrifty, Sixt or Dollar and discover more of Washington DC and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Ronald Reagan National Airport around four weeks before your flight from LIM to Washington DC can help you get the lowest rate.
The address for DCA is 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) is about 56 kilometres from the centre of Washington DC. Following your flight from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Washington DC, it'll take you around 50 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 1 hour 10 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near IAD. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your LIM to Washington DC flight:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or waiting in a long cab line. Pick up a Washington Dulles International Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Compare rates and availability from Dollar, Thrifty and Sixt.
Avoid potential price surges. Reserving your ride one week ahead of your arrival at IAD can get you a lower rate.
The address for Washington Dulles International Airport is 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
Find your way to the city centre after your flight from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Washington DC has touched down. Central Washington DC is around 48 kilometres from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) and takes roughly 50 minutes to get to by car.
The journey takes around 1 hour 30 minutes when travelling by public transport.
If you don't want to make the trip to the centre, head for a hotel near BWI. Check in to one of these stays after your LIM to Washington DC flight:
Begin your travels without worrying about how to reach your destination with a Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport rental car. You can book a set of wheels from reliable names here like Dollar, Thrifty and Budget.
Plan ahead and get the perks. Book your ride from BWI two weeks before your flight from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Washington DC to access the best rates.
Best time to go to Washington DC
Plan your trip to Washington DC during high season if you prefer a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Washington DC in the low season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
Book a Jorge Chavez International Airport to Washington DC plane ticket with a departure in July to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 19ºC (66ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from LIM to Washington DC around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Washington DC
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Washington DC right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Washington DC:
The White House and White House Historical Association are just the start of the major attractions to add to your Washington DC to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to National Mall.
Explore more of United States
You've visited Washington DC, now it's time to explore more of United States. Journey about 322 kilometres north-east to New York to tick off its popular sights. From Statue of Liberty to Central Park and Empire State Building, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Philadelphia is another essential stop in United States and is around 193 kilometres north-east of Washington DC. No trip is complete without experiencing Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.