Travelling from Mendoza Airport (MDZ) to Lima Airport (LIM): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Mendoza Airport to Lima Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours 55 minutes.
Lima is two hours behind Mendoza and observes the UTC-5 timezone.
Every week, there are five Mendoza Airport to Lima Airport flights. To jet off as early as possible, opt for the 07:55 LATAM Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the latest flight is at 08:00 with LATAM Airlines.
To ensure you catch your MDZ to LIM flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
LATAM Airlines has direct flights from Mendoza Airport to Lima Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Lima — and maybe even more of Peru if you have time.
Most travellers choose to fly with LATAM Airlines on this route.
LATAM Airlines leads the way as the most punctual carrier for MDZ to LIM flights, with 88.89% of services reaching their destination on schedule.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Mendoza Airport to Lima Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between MDZ and LIM include:
Panama City Tocumen International Airport
Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport
Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini Airport
Handy information about Mendoza Airport (MDZ)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Mendoza Airport, data shows 74% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central Mendoza to Mendoza Airport is around 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
You can expect a journey time of about 30 minutes on public transport.
Booked an early flight from Mendoza Airport to Lima Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near MDZ:
Arriving at Lima Airport (LIM)
If you have a late Mendoza Airport to Lima Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these accommodation options near LIM:
Grab a Lima Airport rental car and discover Lima and beyond with your own wheels. Sixt, Alamo and Budget are well-known companies you can book with here.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Lima Airport about three weeks before you set off.
When to fly to Lima Airport (LIM)
August is the busiest month for flights from Mendoza Airport to Lima Airport. For a quieter experience, head to Lima in March.
The warmest month in Lima is February, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your flights from Mendoza Airport to Lima Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
August has average temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MDZ to LIM sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Peru
You've done Lima, now it's time to discover other corners of Peru. Travel around 11 kilometres west to Callao to check off its leading attractions. From Islas Palomino to Malecón Pardo La Punta - Callao and Fortaleza Real Felipe, your itinerary will be busy.
Trujillo is another essential stop in Peru and is around 483 kilometres north-west of Lima. No trip is complete without experiencing Iglesia de La Merced, Plaza de Armas de Trujillo and Playa de Huanchaco.


