Traveling from Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR): what you need to know
Vancouver is two hours behind Lima and follows the UTC-7 timezone.
Leave enough time to catch your LIM to YVR flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're traveling during peak periods in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Vancouver International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between LIM and YVR:
Cancun International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
At the moment, $322 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Jorge Chavez International Airport to Vancouver International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $622. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from LIM to YVR if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Vancouver International Airport across every month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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Lock in the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Vancouver International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
Jorge Chavez International Airport has an excellent on-time record, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from LIM land on schedule 81.53% of the time.
Central Lima to Jorge Chavez International Airport is around 6 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Vancouver International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near LIM:
Arriving at Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Jorge Chavez International Airport to Vancouver International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near YVR instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Vancouver International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty or Avis and experience the lesser-explored corners of Vancouver and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Vancouver International Airport around one week ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport to the center of Vancouver has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 9 miles away.
It'll take around 35 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
The quietest month for a flight from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Vancouver International Airport is May, while August is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Vancouver based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Vancouver is August, with temperatures ranging between 55ºF and 75ºF. Lock in your flights from Jorge Chavez International Airport to Vancouver International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
December has average temperatures of between 30ºF and 45ºF. Search for cheap tickets from LIM to YVR around that time if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Canada
Vancouver has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Canada waiting to be explored. About 20 miles south-east of Vancouver, a trip to Surrey will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Senator Reid Park, Port Mann Park and Morgan Creek Park.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in Canada, consider Victoria, roughly 60 miles south of Vancouver. Royal BC Museum, Craigdarroch Castle and Inner Harbour are key reasons to visit.
