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Jorge Chávez International Airport (LIM)

Location: The airport is situated 10 miles (16km) north west of Lima.
Time: Local time is GMT –5.
Contacts: Switchboard: +51 (1) 517 3100. Flight Information: +51 (1) 595 0666.
Getting to the city: Taxis can be found outside the international flights terminal. Buses and minibuses also service the city centre, but their stops are outside the airport gates on Avenida Faucett. They travel to the city, stopping along the main avenues. A recommended shuttle provider is Akatori which offers a 24 hour service (www.akatori.com).
Car rental: Car rental companies include Hertz, Budget and National.
Facilities: Facilities at the airport include banks, bureaux de change, ATMs, a post office, public telephones, a couple of restaurants, shops, left luggage and a tourist information desk. There are disabled facilities; those with special needs should contact their airline in advance.
Parking: Parking is charged at PEN 4.50 per hour and PEN 35 per day, and is located across from the main terminal building.
Departure Tax: US$30.25 or the equivalent in Soles (international flights).
Website: www.lap.com.pe/lap_portal/ingles/index.asp
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