Flying from Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) to Ottawa: what you need to know
Ottawa is one hour ahead of Lima, where Jorge Chavez International Airport is located. Ottawa runs on the UTC-4 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your LIM to Ottawa flight. As a general rule, turn up 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 travelling during high season, so give yourself even more breathing space. A good rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book flight tickets from LIM to Ottawa with a stopover. To see all your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
The journey from central Lima to LIM takes about 35 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Planning to catch an early flight from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Ottawa? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to LIM:
Jorge Chavez International Airport has an excellent on-time record, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from LIM touch down on schedule 81.53% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) to Ottawa
RM648 is currently the best price for a one-way Jorge Chavez International Airport to Ottawa flight. A return flight ticket starts from RM2,283. These prices can change based on demand.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from LIM to Ottawa. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
Scoring cheap tickets from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Ottawa is easier if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to access the lowest prices across each month and score an epic deal.
Save time searching for cheap flights from LIM to Ottawa by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Ottawa.
Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND) to the centre of Ottawa takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 24 kilometres away.
It typically takes 1 hour 40 minutes to get there using public transport.
Stay moments from the tarmac if you're jetting in on a late flight from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Ottawa. Meilleure Auberge is a comfortable option near YND. Or check in and relax at Lovely Room 4mins From Gatineau-Ottawa Airport before travelling to your final destination.
Go beyond Ottawa and check out places that usually fly under the radar with your own wheels. You can pick up an Ottawa Gatineau Airport rental car from Hertz.
To get the best possible deal, book your ride from Ottawa Gatineau Airport a few weeks before your flight from LIM to Ottawa. Rates typically rise closer to your departure date.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
After your flight from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Ottawa has hit the runway, you can get to the city centre in about 20 minutes by car. Central Ottawa is roughly 13 kilometres from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW).
You can expect the journey to take about 45 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel close to YOW. Here are a few options where you can check in after your LIM to Ottawa flight:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Alamo or Budget and make a speedy getaway.
Snap up a deal by booking your ride from YOW two weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is located at 50 Airport Road.
Best time to go to Ottawa
Carefully consider your travel dates before securing your flight from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Ottawa. The city buzzes during high season, but rates are often higher and major attractions can get crowded. Plan your trip to Ottawa in the low season if you prefer a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in a Jorge Chavez International Airport to Ottawa flight ticket with a departure in July to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LIM to Ottawa in January when temperatures average between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF).
More about Ottawa
After booking your flight from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Ottawa, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Ottawa:
Rideau Canal and Parliament Hill are a couple of top attractions to add to your Ottawa itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to National Gallery of Canada.
Explore more of Canada
You've done Ottawa, now it's time to explore other corners of Canada. Journey around 354 kilometres south-west to Toronto to tick off its leading attractions. From CN Tower to Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 153 kilometres east of Ottawa, Montreal is another essential stop in Canada. No visit is complete without checking out Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
