Taxi vs Bus at Jorge Chávez International Airport (LIM)
Take Taxi — recommended by locals over the alternative.
Side by side
| Factor | Taxi | Bus |
|---|---|---|
| Option | Taxi Green / Direct / Mitsui (in-terminal) | Airport Express bus |
| Cost | S/. 60–S/. 90 | S/. 25 |
| Journey | 45–75 min | 60–90 min |
| Wait | 10–15 min | Every 30–60 min |
| Payment | Card & Cash | Card & Cash |
| Locals recommend |
- ✓ Fixed price
- ✓ Verified driver
- ! Pricier than apps
- ✓ Cheap
- ✓ Direct to Miraflores
- ! Limited schedule
Scams to watch either way
- Curbside 'taxi'
Random drivers offering rides outside arrivals — high risk of overcharging or worse.
Avoid: ONLY use in-terminal authorized counters, Uber, Cabify or InDriver.
- Express kidnapping (paseo millonario)
Forced ATM withdrawals after entering an unmarked car.
Avoid: Never accept rides from people approaching you. Stay inside terminal until your ride is arranged.
Frequently asked
Q.Taxi or Bus from LIM — which is better?
Taxi — recommended by locals over the alternative. Taxi Green / Direct / Mitsui (in-terminal): S/. 60–S/. 90, 45–75 min.
Q.How much is Taxi from Jorge Chávez International Airport?
S/. 60–S/. 90 typical. Journey 45–75 min, wait 10–15 min. Payment: Card & Cash.
Q.How much is Bus from Jorge Chávez International Airport?
S/. 25 typical. Journey 60–90 min, wait Every 30–60 min. Payment: Card & Cash.
Q.What should I watch for on arrival at LIM?
Curbside 'taxi': Random drivers offering rides outside arrivals — high risk of overcharging or worse. — ONLY use in-terminal authorized counters, Uber, Cabify or InDriver.
Fare tiers, first-30-minute checklist, all transport options ranked, and every reported scam.