Travelling from Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Jorge Chavez International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 8 hours.
New York's timezone is UTC-4, making New York one hour ahead of Lima.
Take your pick of 38 weekly Jorge Chavez International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport flights. The 00:05 departure with LATAM Airlines is the earliest flight available. LATAM Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 12:00.
Give yourself enough time to catch your LIM to JFK flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a high season in general.
Flying into New York (and then exploring more of United States!) is a snap with LATAM Airlines. This popular airline has direct flights from Jorge Chavez International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is LATAM Airlines.
With a reliable 94.19% of services arriving as scheduled, LATAM Airlines has the best on-time performance for LIM to JFK flights.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Jorge Chavez International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Stopovers between LIM and JFK include:
Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport
El Dorado International Airport
Tocumen International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
ر.ق. 816 is the lowest price for a one-way Jorge Chavez International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport flight. A return flight starts at ر.ق. 1,524. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from LIM to JFK, book your journey six months ahead of your departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Jorge Chavez International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
Finding cheap flights from LIM to JFK is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a new discounted fare appears.
Secure the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Jorge Chavez International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
81.53% of flights departing from Jorge Chavez International Airport touch down at their destination on time. With its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when flying out of LIM.
Jorge Chavez International Airport is around 10 kilometres from central Lima. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of around 35 minutes when using public transport.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near LIM. Whether you're catching an early flight from Jorge Chavez International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
If you're coming in on a late Jorge Chavez International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near JFK:
Pick up a John F. Kennedy International Airport rental car and explore New York and beyond with your own wheels. Budget, Dollar and Sixt are leading providers you can book with here.
Booking your ride from John F. Kennedy International Airport around two weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to central New York
JFK is located at JFK Airport.
John F. Kennedy International Airport is approximately 48 kilometres from the centre of New York. The drive time takes about 50 minutes.
Getting there by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
When to fly to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
The quietest month for a flight from Jorge Chavez International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport is May, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to New York based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from Jorge Chavez International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport for July if you'd like to visit New York during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 18ºC and 30ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -6ºC and 8ºC. Look for cheap tickets from LIM to JFK sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of United States
New York has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of United States you'll want to see. About 129 kilometres south-west of New York, a trip to Philadelphia will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Around 306 kilometres north-east of New York, Boston is another favourite stop in United States. Start your sightseeing at Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.
