The flight distance from Buka Airport (BUA) in Buka Island, Papua New Guinea to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) in Lima, Peru is 13,971 kilometers (8,681 miles / 7,544 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying east southeast at a heading of 109°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting Papua New Guinea with Peru. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 04:59 in Buka Island, it's 13:59 in Lima. With a 15-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Lima (LIM) to Buka Island (BUA) follows a heading of 254° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Buka Airport (BUA) and Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.