Jorge Chávez International Airport is the main air terminal in the Lima metropolitan area. Although the airport is constitutionally located in the province of Callao, it is known as the main airport of the city of Lima. The port is the most important airport in Peru, hosting the vast majority of international and domestic flights in the country and serving more than 22,000,000 passengers a year.
Its strategic location in the middle of the west coast of South America has made it an important hub for the subcontinent. The port is notable for its prime location for connecting private jet flights between the Americas, and is thus experiencing continuous growth in passenger, cargo and mail flows.
Comparatively, it is the South American airport with the best connectivity with the rest of the Americas in terms of international flights, surpassing even others with higher passenger volumes. Peru’s recent signing of free trade agreements with different Asian countries opens up the possibility of the airport connecting to terminals in Asia and Oceania in the near future, and more connections with new cities are also expected.
Peru Lima private jet charter prices
Although Jorge Chávez Airport air charter fees depend on variables such as the number of passengers, departure airport, flight time, aircraft position, flight date, the prices for private jet charter from Istanbul → Lima are as follows.
Heavy Jet | 148.800 EUR |
Long Range Jet | 223.000 EUR |
VIP Airliner | 241.950 EUR |
These prices are average amounts and you can contact us on our flight reservation screen or by phone for the most accurate price information.
Lima Airport history
Lima’s first airport was Limatambo Airport in San Isidro. It ceased operations in 1960 due to lack of space and capacity and was replaced by Lima-Callao International Airport. In June 1965, Lima-Callao airport was renamed “Aeropuerto Internacional Jorge Chávez” in honor of the famous Peruvian aviator Jorge Chávez Dartnell. In December 1965, the terminal building was officially inaugurated. At the time of its operation, the headquarters of Compañía de Aviación Faucett was located on the airport grounds.
In 2001, the Peruvian government placed the airport under the management of Lima Airport Partners (LAP) in order to improve and expand its infrastructure. LAP is currently composed of Fraport and the International Finance Corporation. Air traffic control is managed by the Airports and Commercial Aviation Authority of Peru (CORPAC). The Peruvian government appointed Jaime Malagón, Jerome Jakubik, Paul Slocomb and Víctor M. Marroquín of the international law firm Baker and McKenzie to oversee the changes.
In February 2005, the first phase of a new renovation and expansion project was completed. This included the Peru Plaza Shopping Center and a new concourse. In June 2007, a four-star hotel, Ramada Costa del Sol, opened at the airport.
In January 2009, the second phase of the terminal expansion was launched. The terminal has 28 gates, 19 of which have boarding bridges. In August 2009, the LAP announced that in 2010 the airport will have a new Instrument Landing System (ILS CAT III) to assist with fog landings. Arquitectonica, a Miami-based architecture office, and Lima Airport Partners have planned a second terminal and expansion of the main terminal.
On October 24, 2018, the Peruvian state handed over all the land for the expansion and modernization of Jorge Chavez airport to the airport operator “Lima Airport Partners”. The estimated investment of USD 1,200 million includes the construction of a new runway, control tower and passenger terminal in addition to the existing terminal. On the other hand, the state will build a new bridge and highway over the existing Santa Rosa Avenue, which will connect directly to the “Costa Verde” highway, benefiting the large number of tourists and entrepreneurs who will visit Miraflores and the south alone. The works will be completed in 4 years, by the beginning of 2025, and will allow the passage of 40 million travelers a year by 2030.
Lima travel guide
Lima, the capital of Peru, is one of the largest cities in South America and attracts tourists with its historical, cultural and natural beauty. There are many places to visit in the city.
One of the first places to visit in Lima is Miraflores. This area is located on the shores of the Pacific Ocean and is a popular tourist destination. Larcomar, located in Miraflores, is an ideal place for shopping and dining. There is also the Parque del Amor (Love Park), which offers a romantic atmosphere, especially at sunset. Plaza de Armas, the center of the city, attracts visitors with its historic buildings and Cathedral, while the famous Convent of San Francisco is notable for its historical and cultural significance. The Barranco district is also an interesting place for tourists. The bridges, street art and tourist attractions make it an ideal place for nightlife. Lima’s gastronomic scene is also very rich, making it a must-visit for those who want to eat delicious food.
Lima airport transportation details
Transportation between the airport and the city is provided by taxis, tour buses and minibuses. Airport Express Lima is the official bus of Jorge Chávez Airport. Some taxi and bus companies offer services to visit the city, some transit through the streets: Faucett, Linea Amarilla, Tomás Valle, De La Marina, Colonial and Costa Verde. Some go north, east, towards the historic center and the Financial Center; others go towards Miraflores and southern areas such as Pachacamac and Surco. There are also offices of different private car rental companies within the port.