Travelling from Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know
The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3, which is eight hours ahead of Lima.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your LIM to IST flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to break up your flight, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Here are the top stopovers between LIM and IST:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Miami International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Jorge Chavez International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight is £399. A round-trip fare right now is £785. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To find cheap tickets from LIM to IST, book in advance. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap flights from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices across the month and bag a great deal.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.
Handy information about Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
Jorge Chavez International Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 81.53% of flights that take off from LIM reach their destination without delay.
Central Lima to Jorge Chavez International Airport is approximately 6 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near LIM? If you're catching an early flight from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Jorge Chavez International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near IST instead:
Grab an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car and explore Istanbul and beyond with your own set of wheels. Hit, Avec car rentals and Eren Rent a Car are popular providers to choose from here.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Istanbul Ataturk Airport around two weeks before you travel.
Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport to central Istanbul has a drive time of about 50 minutes. It's approximately 30 miles away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 45 minutes.
When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
April is the most popular month for flights from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. For a quieter experience, head to Istanbul in February.
Before locking in your flight from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Istanbul, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Look for cheap tickets from LIM to IST around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Ankara is just one of the many cities in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Istanbul. Around 220 miles away to the east, well-known attractions include Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.
Izmir is another favourite destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 200 miles south-west of Istanbul. No trip is complete without experiencing Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square.