Getting from Lima Airport to City Centre

The overall public transportation system in Lima is considerably poor; thus travellers are encouraged to avoid it. Nevertheless, people have the option to take Combis from the airport to the city centre of Lima.

Combis, are small minivans used for public transportation without any fixed schedule. Departure frequencies may vary from day to day and the destination they stop at can be found on the side of the bus. Most buses run through the centre of the city – Centro Historico. The trip to Lima city can take anywhere from 1 to 2 hours and regular tickets cost €0.50 (PEN 2).

Combi bus tickets may vary depending on your final location. However the most common price to the centre of the city is €0.50 (PEN 2) for a one-way ticket. It should be noted that, sometimes you might have to switch minivans along the way, which would cost an additional €0.50 (PEN 2).

The Combi minivans should be avoided if possible, especially for tourists. The vehicles are always cramped and there is absolutely no space for baggage. Additionally, the system does not operate under a fixed schedule or a fixed route, making the whole trip very uncertain and risky. Last but not least, seats are limited leading to an overall tiring and undesirable experience.