Get ready: Lima’s new international airport will open on June 1st, 2025.
Operational transition to the new airport
Temporary closure
Sunday, June 1st, 2025, will be a historic day: Lima’s old airport will cease operations at 11:59 p.m. on Saturday, May 31st.
The new airport, built just across from the existing one, will begin operations in a single, large new terminal starting at 12:00 p.m. on June 1st. During these transition hours, all domestic and international flights will be suspended to ensure a safe and efficient changeover. Airlines have already implemented contingency plans, rescheduling affected flights and informing passengers of new departure times or flight options.
Lima Airport Partners, the airport concessionaire, has been preparing with detailed operational and contingency plans.
New Access and Airport Transfers
The current access to the airport will be closed, and entry will be exclusively via Avenida Morales Duárez, through temporary bridges installed to connect with the new airport.
Travel times between San Isidro and Miraflores hotels may be affected and will be communicated to travelers with due notice.
VIPAC 24/7
VIPAC’s operations team works 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, remaining alert to any operational challenges that may arise.
We recommend our clients advise travelers to connect to the airport’s Wi-Fi upon arrival to receive our welcome message and establish contact with our team via WhatsApp. We want their journey to begin with the comfort and security that have always defined us.
Contact us via WhatsApp: +51 957 760 000
Our staff will always be clearly identified with VIPAC uniforms and yellow signs displaying the travelers’ names.
Entry to Peru – Immigration
We have carefully prepared for this important change. The new airport is intuitive and user-friendly, and we are confident that travelers — even those visiting for the first time — will enjoy a modern, efficient, and comfortable experience from the moment they arrive.
Please note that entry to Peru can be made with a national ID card for citizens of South American countries, except Venezuela, Surinam and Guyanas which requires a passport.
Travelers from countries outside South America must also present a valid passport. No immigration forms need to be completed prior to arrival.
Inspired by the Nazca Lines Hummingbird
Second Runway: More Operations and Fewer Delays
One of the major advancements is the second runway, which will significantly reduce delays and optimize operations. Previously, the airport operated with only one runway, which created limitations in managing air traffic, especially during peak hours. Now, with two runways, simultaneous landings and takeoffs will be possible, streamlining aircraft flow and reducing wait times.
Initial Challenges and Future Outlook
The new infrastructure is accompanied by several ongoing investments around the airport, such as elevated metropolitan roads connecting with expressways for faster access to Lima's southern tourist districts, like Miraflores and San Isidro, new access bridges to the terminal, and a new station for Line 2 of Lima's metro. These projects are still under construction, meaning that the start of operations at the new airport will require some adjustments in transportation to and from the terminal.
Enhancing Peru’s Gastronomy
The new gastronomic plaza at Jorge Chávez International Airport, Perusuyo, will be one of the main attractions of the renovated terminal, offering a culinary experience that highlights the diversity of Peru's renowned cuisine.
The space will feature two food plazas offering a variety of traditional and contemporary dishes, as well as an iconic bar inspired by Peru's ancestral goldsmithing, where typical drinks and cocktails will be served.
Among the featured chefs participating are Mitsuharu Tsumura, from the renowned Maido restaurant; Jaime Pesaque, chef of Mayta, listed among the 50 Best Restaurants; and José del Castillo, from Isolina. All of them are committed to bringing the best of Peruvian cuisine to travelers.
An Ambitious and Necessary Project
Located in Callao, Jorge Chávez Airport has experienced sustained growth in passenger numbers and air operations in recent years. The construction of the new terminal and second runway represents a multi-million dollar investment and years of planning and development. This project will not only enhance the passenger experience but also enable the airport to handle a higher volume of flights with greater efficiency and safety.
With the opening of the new terminal, the airport will expand its capacity to serve over **30 million passengers annually**, a significant increase from its current capacity. This new infrastructure is designed to meet international standards, offering larger, more modern, and sustainable spaces, including commercial, dining, and service areas that will greatly improve the overall experience for travelers.