How to get from LIM to Lima
| Option | Cost | Journey time |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Express bus (to Miraflores) | PEN 25 (€6) | 60–90 min |
| Taxi (official Aeropuerto Taxi) | PEN 60–90 (€15–22) | 40–70 min |
| Uber / Cabify | PEN 45–70 (€11–17) | 40–70 min |
LIM is 11km from Miraflores — Airport Express bus is the cheapest reliable option but slow (60-90 min). Uber is much faster + safer than street taxis for tourists. Lima traffic 07:30-09:30 + 17:30-19:30 can extend journeys significantly.
Skip the queue — pre-book an arrival transfer
A fixed-price transfer meets you inside arrivals with a name-board. No haggling, no cash, no scam risk after a long flight into LIM.
Getting out of Lima (LIM)
Skip the taxi rank and lock in your fare before you land.
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Common questions
How much does a taxi from Jorge Chávez Airport to Lima cost?
PEN 60–90 (€15–22) — expect the higher end during rush hour or bad weather. Pre-book a fixed-price transfer if you want price certainty.
What's the cheapest way from LIM to Lima?
Airport Express bus (to Miraflores) at PEN 25 (€6) — 60–90 min to central Lima.
Do I need to buy a visa on arrival in Peru?
Visa-free for most Western, EU, US passports up to 90 days. Yellow fever vaccine recommended (required for jungle regions, not Lima itself).