Lima's Beloved Jorge Chávez Airport Closes its Doors After 65 Years

Lima's Jorge Chávez Airport Closes After 65 Years: A City Says Goodbye Lima, Peru - The Jorge Chávez International Airport, a cornerstone of Lima for 65 years, closed its doors at 11:59 pm on June 1st, 2025, making way for a new modern terminal. The closure marked a bittersweet moment for many Peruvians, who gathered to bid farewell to the airport that had served as a gateway for millions of travelers and a symbol of the country's aviation history. The video captures the emotional atmosphere of the final night. One woman interviewed stated, "So much nostalgia...so many goodbyes, and welcomes too. It was the last day, and I wanted to come and say goodbye to our beautiful airport." An airport worker added, "Lots of nostalgia, lots of emotion, many moments shared by Peruvians in this space. Many sincere hugs, but now we move to an infrastructure that matches the stature of the city of Lima." These sentiments reflect the deep connection many Peruvians felt with the old airport. The Jorge Chávez airport wasn't just a transit point; it held significance as a place of reunions, departures, and countless memories. The airport received recognition as the best in South America for five consecutive years, a testament to its efficient operation and importance to the country. The closure marks not only an end to an era but also the beginning of a new chapter for Lima's aviation future. The new airport promises improved infrastructure and services for travelers.