Reviewed · AIRPORT TRANSFERS
Airport Transportation Service With SUV
Lima traffic starts before your vacation does. This private SUV transfer takes the guesswork out of leaving Jorge Chavez International Airport, with a named pickup, luggage help, and a direct ride for your group of up to four. I like the private vehicle and the steady WhatsApp communication, especially after a long flight. I also like that drivers often arrive early and wait through slow immigration lines. The main concern is reliability: a few bookings have suffered from a missed pickup or incorrect flight information.
For $35 per group, the price is attractive when four people share the ride. It is less of a bargain for one or two people compared with a cheaper taxi or ride-hailing service, but you are paying for a reserved meeting, help with bags, and less airport confusion. The vehicle is described as a clean, spacious SUV in good condition, though one ride had no air-conditioning, Wi-Fi, or bottled water.
In This Review
- Key points to know before booking
- Why a private SUV helps after landing in Lima
- Finding the driver at Doors 2, 3, 12, and 13
- Waiting through immigration and baggage delays
- Inside the SUV: comfort, space, and small gaps
- The drive into Lima and the value of local help
- Airport departures from your hotel
- Safety, luggage, and the overall service style
- Cancellation and participation details
- Who will get the most value from this ride?
- Should you book Green Lima?
- FAQ
- How much does the SUV airport transfer cost?
- How long does the ride take?
- Where do I meet the driver at Jorge Chavez International Airport?
- Will the driver hold a sign with my name?
- Does the service operate at night?
- Can I use the service from my hotel to the airport?
- Can I cancel for a full refund?
- Is this a shared ride?
Key points to know before booking

- Private SUV for up to four: Your party rides alone instead of sharing with strangers.
- Named airport meeting: Look for the driver holding a blackboard at Door 2 or 3 for international arrivals, or Door 12 or 13 for national arrivals.
- Strong communication record: WhatsApp contact is often used before pickup and during delays.
- Patient airport service: Drivers have waited through long immigration lines and sent photos to help with the meeting.
- Useful for late arrivals: The service operates every day from midnight until 11:30 p.m.
- A few serious service failures: Confirm your flight number and keep a backup plan for an important connection or late-night arrival.
Why a private SUV helps after landing in Lima

Jorge Chavez International Airport can be a tiring place to leave. You may have a long immigration line, luggage to collect, and a busy arrivals area to sort out before you even think about transport. A prearranged car gives you one clear task: find the name board and meet your driver.
That matters most if you arrive late, have children, carry heavy bags, or simply do not want to negotiate a taxi after an overnight flight. A private ride also keeps your group together. You will not need to wait for other passengers or make several stops before reaching your lodging.
The service is priced at $35 per group of up to four. Split four ways, that is less than $9 per person. For two people, it is $17.50 each, and for a solo passenger, the value is weaker. Still, the fee includes a reserved SUV and direct service, rather than just a seat in a shared vehicle.
One ride was reported at $37, so check the exact total shown at booking. The supplied rate is $35 per group, but small price differences can come from booking conditions or currency display.
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Finding the driver at Doors 2, 3, 12, and 13

The meeting instructions are specific, which is good. For an international arrival, look for a blackboard at Door 2 or Door 3. For a national arrival, check Door 12 or Door 13.
The driver is expected to hold a sign with your name. This simple detail has made a big difference for people arriving after long flights. In one case, the driver sent a picture from the meeting area when the airport crowd made him hard to spot. Another driver met the group at customs, helped with luggage, and walked them out to the car.
I would save the meeting-door instructions on your phone before landing. Airport Wi-Fi and mobile service can be uncertain, and the arrivals area may feel confusing when several drivers are holding signs. A screenshot of the confirmation and the driver’s WhatsApp contact gives you a useful backup.
The meeting process is not perfect every time. One serious complaint involved a wrong flight number, a message sent while the passenger was still in the air, and no answer after landing. That is an important warning. Check that the booking contains the correct flight number, arrival date, airline, and terminal details.
Waiting through immigration and baggage delays
A good airport transfer must allow for the fact that landing time is not exit time. Immigration can take far longer than expected, and baggage delivery adds another layer of delay.
This service has earned strong praise for waiting. Drivers have stayed through an hour-long immigration line, arrived before the plane landed, and waited patiently when passengers took longer to reach arrivals. That patience is one of the best reasons to use a reserved transfer rather than arranging a car only after you collect your bags.
Communication helps here. Several rides included WhatsApp messages before departure or after landing. One driver sent a photograph so the passenger could identify the meeting point. This is the kind of small, practical help that turns a stressful airport exit into a manageable one.
Still, do not assume every delay will be handled perfectly. The missed-pickup complaint shows why accurate flight information matters. If your flight changes, contact the company as soon as possible. Changes made less than 24 hours before the scheduled start are not accepted under the cancellation rules, so last-minute adjustments may be difficult.
Inside the SUV: comfort, space, and small gaps

The service uses spacious, modern SUVs described as being in very good condition. The strongest practical benefit is room for a group and luggage, especially compared with a small city taxi.
Several rides were described as clean, comfortable, and in good order. Drivers often carried suitcases from the terminal to the vehicle. One passenger also received a bottle of water, though that should be viewed as a pleasant extra rather than a guaranteed part of the service.
There is one clear limit to the comfort promise. A passenger reported no air-conditioning, Wi-Fi, or water on an early-morning airport ride. Since the description does not promise all three, you should not book this service expecting hotel-style extras. The SUV is mainly a safe, private way to get from the airport to your destination.
English ability varies. Henry, also written as Henrry in one account, did not speak English, but the pickup still went smoothly because the sign and vehicle made the meeting clear. Other drivers communicated well and offered suggestions about things to do in Lima. If you need detailed conversation in English, confirm that point in advance rather than assuming it.
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The drive into Lima and the value of local help

The ride lasts about one hour, though the actual time depends on traffic and your destination. Lima traffic can be heavy, and the route into districts such as Miraflores may take patience.
Drivers are frequently praised for safe driving in difficult traffic. One driver took what the passenger described as the fastest route to the hotel. Another chatted about places to see in the city and offered suggestions for a visit to Lima. That extra local guidance can be useful during the first hour of your stay, when you are still figuring out the city.
You should keep your expectations practical. This is transportation, not a sightseeing tour. The journey is designed to get you from Jorge Chavez International Airport to your hotel or other destination, not to stop at landmarks or provide a guided introduction to Lima.
The approximately one-hour duration is a planning estimate, not a promise. Heavy traffic can extend the ride. If you are arranging a morning departure from Miraflores, allow plenty of time. One passenger was advised to leave three to four hours before the flight, noting that the drive alone took about an hour and that traffic slowed parts of the route.
Airport departures from your hotel

Although the main description focuses on pickup at Jorge Chavez International Airport, the service also handles hotel-to-airport transfers. That makes it useful at both ends of a Lima stay.
The hotel pickup has been described as prompt and on time, with WhatsApp used to change a morning pickup from 8 a.m. to 7 a.m. within the permitted period. For a flight departure, the key benefit is not sightseeing or comfort extras. It is having a car scheduled before you need to face Lima traffic.
For an international flight, you need time for the ride, traffic, check-in, security, and airport procedures. The provided experience does not state a required departure buffer, so you must choose your own based on your airline and flight. The one-hour drive estimate is the useful fixed point. Add extra time for traffic rather than treating the ride as a quick crossing of town.
Safety, luggage, and the overall service style

The best pattern here is simple, respectful help. Drivers have carried bags, waited patiently, communicated through WhatsApp, and driven safely through heavy traffic. Older passengers were treated with patience, and one family found the service comfortable for parents who were particular about transportation.
That makes this a good fit if you value calm handling more than the absolute lowest price. After a long journey, not having to bargain, search for a car, or manage bags in an unfamiliar airport has real value.
The service is also private. Only your group participates, so you control the pace once you are together. You do not have to share a vehicle or listen to a driver make several hotel stops.
The less reassuring pattern involves two failed pickups. In one case, the wrong flight number was used. In another, the vehicle reportedly broke down and the passenger had trouble receiving the promised refund. The provider later said a refund had been made, but the incident still deserves attention.
I would protect yourself in three ways. Confirm the flight details immediately, save the company’s contact information, and keep enough money or a working payment option for a backup taxi. This is sensible for any airport transfer, but especially important when a few bookings have gone wrong.
Cancellation and participation details

You receive confirmation at the time of booking. The service is private, and most people can participate. Service animals are allowed, and the experience is listed as being near public transportation.
Free cancellation is available if you cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled start time. Within 24 hours, you receive no refund, and changes made during that period are not accepted. The cutoff uses Lima local time, so check the clock carefully if you are booking from another country.
The listed operating period runs from April 23, 2024, through December 10, 2026. Hours are daily from 12:00 a.m. to 11:30 p.m., covering overnight and daytime arrivals within those hours.
Who will get the most value from this ride?
I would choose this transfer for a family of three or four, since the group price becomes quite reasonable. It is also a strong choice for older passengers, people with several bags, and anyone arriving late who wants a driver waiting at the airport.
It suits you if you prefer a confirmed ride and direct hotel drop-off over finding transportation after landing. The name board, WhatsApp contact, and luggage help remove several small problems at once.
Solo passengers and budget-focused couples should compare the $35 group price with other airport options. The private SUV may still be worth it for peace of mind, but the cost per person is higher when fewer people share it.
I would be more cautious if your plans are likely to change at the last minute, if you need guaranteed English-speaking service, or if your flight connection is so tight that a missed pickup would cause major trouble. None of these concerns makes the service unusable, but they make careful confirmation more important.
Should you book Green Lima?
For most groups of up to four, I think this is a sensible Lima arrival service. The price is fair, the private SUV is more comfortable than a basic taxi, and the strongest service pattern is exactly what you want at an airport: early arrival, patient waiting, safe driving, luggage help, and clear WhatsApp contact.
I would book it for a straightforward airport-to-hotel ride, especially if you are headed to Miraflores and want to begin the trip without negotiating at arrivals. Before paying, verify your flight number, save the pickup-door instructions, and ask about English communication if that matters to you.
The 4.8 rating and 96 percent recommendation reflect a very strong overall record, but the two missed pickups should not be ignored. Book this service if dependable communication and a private ride are worth more to you than finding the cheapest possible car. If you do book, treat accurate flight information and a backup contact plan as part of your preparation.
FAQ
How much does the SUV airport transfer cost?
The listed price is $35 per group of up to four people. One booking was reported at $37, so check the final amount shown when you reserve.
How long does the ride take?
The estimated duration is about one hour. Actual travel time can vary because Lima traffic may be heavy.
Where do I meet the driver at Jorge Chavez International Airport?
For international arrivals, look for the blackboard at Door 2 or Door 3. For national arrivals, check Door 12 or Door 13.
Will the driver hold a sign with my name?
Yes. The pickup uses a blackboard or sign, and several rides included the driver holding the passenger’s name at arrivals.
Does the service operate at night?
Yes. The stated operating hours are Monday through Sunday from 12:00 a.m. to 11:30 p.m.
Can I use the service from my hotel to the airport?
Yes. The service has been used for hotel pickups and airport departures as well as airport arrivals.
Can I cancel for a full refund?
Yes, if you cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled start time. Cancellations within 24 hours are not refunded.
Is this a shared ride?
No. It is a private activity, so only your own group participates.
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