LIMALeaving Jorge Chávez International Airport: transport guide
Higher risk of unofficial taxi approaches at Lima — stick to authorised in-terminal operators (Taxi Green, Taxi Direct, Mitsui) or app rides.
LIM (Jorge Chávez International Airport) serves Lima, Peru. The recommended way out is Authorized airport taxi (Taxi Green / Taxi Direct / Mitsui) from inside arrivals (~S/. 60–S/. 90 to Miraflores, 45–75 min). Pickup: Counters inside the arrivals hall.
- S/. 60–S/. 90ExpectedWhat locals pay
- S/. 150+ConcerningAsk for the meter
- S/. 200+ toutScamWalk away
Authorized airport taxi (Taxi Green / Taxi Direct / Mitsui) from inside arrivals
- Typical fare
- S/. 60–S/. 90 to Miraflores
- Journey time
- 45–75 min
- Pickup
- Counters inside the arrivals hall
Every way out, ranked
- 1
Taxi Green / Direct / Mitsui (in-terminal)
RECOMMENDED- Cost
- S/. 60–S/. 90
- Journey
- 45–75 min
- Wait
- 10–15 min
- Payment
- 💳 Card / Cash
Pros- Fixed price
- Verified driver
Cons- Pricier than apps
- 2
Uber / Cabify / InDriver
RECOMMENDED- Cost
- S/. 35–S/. 70
- Journey
- 45–75 min
- Wait
- 5–20 min
- Payment
- 📱 App
Pros- Cheapest reliable
Cons- Use designated pickup point only
- 3
Airport Express bus
- Cost
- S/. 25
- Journey
- 60–90 min
- Wait
- Every 30–60 min
- Payment
- 💳 Card / Cash
Pros- Cheap
- Direct to Miraflores
Cons- Limited schedule
- 4
Pre-booked transfer
- Cost
- S/. 80–S/. 120
- Journey
- 45–75 min
- Wait
- 0 min
- Payment
- 💳 Card
Pros- Driver waits
Cons- Pricier
From gate to city
- 1Stay inside the terminal until you've arranged a ride
- 2Approach a Taxi Green / Direct / Mitsui counter for a fixed-rate ride
- 3Or buy a SIM (Claro/Movistar) and book Uber/Cabify, then walk to the official app zone
- 4Pay in soles or card — confirm price before getting in
- 5Expected total: S/. 60–S/. 90
- Only in-terminal taxi counters or app rides
- Buy SIM at arrivals
- Confirm price before getting in
- Never accept curbside taxi offers
Common scams & payment traps
- Withdraw soles at airport ATMs (Globalnet) — avoid currency desks.
- Carry small notes for apps that take cash.
Curbside 'taxi'
High riskRandom drivers offering rides outside arrivals — high risk of overcharging or worse.
HOW TO AVOID · ONLY use in-terminal authorized counters, Uber, Cabify or InDriver.
Express kidnapping (paseo millonario)
High riskForced ATM withdrawals after entering an unmarked car.
HOW TO AVOID · Never accept rides from people approaching you. Stay inside terminal until your ride is arranged.
What locals & travellers say
“Taxi Green inside arrivals is the safest option for first-timers — fixed price, verified driver.”
- "Taxi Green inside arrivals is the safest option for first-timers — fixed price, verified driver." — r/PERU
- "Never accept a taxi from someone approaching you in Lima airport. It's a documented risk." — TripAdvisor
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LIM arrival FAQs
- What is the safest way to leave Jorge Chávez International Airport?
- Authorized airport taxi (Taxi Green / Taxi Direct / Mitsui) from inside arrivals. Never take a 'taxi' from anyone approaching you outside the terminal — express kidnappings have happened. Only use in-terminal authorised companies or Uber/Cabify/InDriver via app..
- Are taxis at LIM safe?
- Official taxis from the marked rank are generally fine, but watch for: curbside 'taxi' — Random drivers offering rides outside arrivals — high risk of overcharging or worse. ONLY use in-terminal authorized counters, Uber, Cabify or InDriver.
- Is ride-hailing (Uber, Bolt, Grab or similar) available at LIM?
- Yes — Uber / Cabify / InDriver works at LIM. Typical cost S/. 35–S/. 70, journey ~45–75 min. Use the in-app pickup point rather than the arrivals curb.
- How much should a taxi from LIM to the city centre cost?
- Expected fare on the LIM → Miraflores route is roughly S/. 60–S/. 90. Anything around S/. 150+ is high — S/. 200+ tout is a scam. Fares vary with traffic, time of day and taxi type, so confirm before you get in.
- Do I need cash for a taxi at LIM?
- Carry small local notes — Taxi Green / Direct / Mitsui (in-terminal) expects card & cash. A backup card with no FX fees helps if a driver claims the terminal is broken.
- Where is the official taxi pickup at Jorge Chávez International Airport?
- Counters inside the arrivals hall. If you can't see a marked rank with a dispatcher or queue, walk back inside and ask at the information desk — never take an offer from someone roaming arrivals.
- Is LIM safe to arrive at late at night?
- LIM is generally manageable at night if you stick to the official taxi rank or pre-book a transfer. Avoid empty bus stops and outdoor pickup zones, and confirm your ride is moving before sharing personal details.
- What scams should I watch for at LIM?
- The most reported at LIM: Curbside 'taxi'; Express kidnapping (paseo millonario). See the scams section above for how each one works and how to avoid it.
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