Flying from Lima Airport (LIM) to Cape Town Airport (CPT): what you need to know
The timezone in Cape Town is UTC+2, which is seven hours ahead of Lima.
Your LIM to CPT flight won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're traveling internationally.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
Opt for a stopover if you'd like to break up your flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options for tickets from Lima Airport to Cape Town Airport. Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport is a top stopover on the LIM to CPT route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Lima Airport (LIM) to Cape Town Airport (CPT)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Lima Airport to Cape Town Airport flight is AED 3,099. A round-trip ticket right now is AED 4,901. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To score cheap tickets from LIM to CPT, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when looking for a flight from Lima Airport to Cape Town Airport.
Save time looking for cheap flights from LIM to CPT by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Lima Airport to Cape Town Airport.
Handy information about Lima Airport (LIM)
Lima Airport maintains a strong on-time record, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from LIM touch down on schedule 82% of the time.
Central Lima to Lima Airport is around 13 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The journey on public transport will take about 50 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to LIM? If you're catching an early flight from Lima Airport to Cape Town Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Cape Town Airport (CPT)
Consider staying in a hotel near CPT if you're on a late Lima Airport to Cape Town Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Travel at your own speed with a Cape Town Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Europcar, Carwiz or First - Car Rental and experience more of Cape Town and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Cape Town Airport about one week before your trip.
When to fly to Cape Town Airport (CPT)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Lima Airport to Cape Town Airport. November is the busiest month to head to Cape Town. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Cape Town is February, with the temperature ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your flights from Lima Airport to Cape Town Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
July has average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF). Search for cheap tickets from LIM to CPT around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of South Africa
You've visited Cape Town, now it's time to discover more of South Africa. Travel around 56 kilometers north-east to Paarl to tick off its leading attractions. From Zandwijk Wines to Paarl Mountain Nature Reserve and Landskroon Wines, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Worcester is another standout destination in South Africa and is around 97 kilometers east of Cape Town. No trip is complete without a visit to Karoo Desert Garden, Kleinplasie Living Open Air Museum and Beck House Museum.