DEC
Decatur
United States
5,892 km
3,661 miles
LIM
Lima
Peru
Distance
5,892 km
3,661 mi / 3,182 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
America/Chicago
Heading
166°
south southeast

Airport Comparison

DEC LIM
Airport Name Decatur Airport Jorge Chavez International Airport
IATA Code DEC LIM
ICAO Code KDEC SPJC
City Decatur Lima
Country United States Peru
Timezone America/Chicago America/Lima
Elevation 682 ft 113 ft
Coordinates 39.830000, -88.870000 -12.020000, -77.110000

Decatur (DEC) to Lima (LIM) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Decatur Airport (DEC) in Decatur, United States to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) in Lima, Peru is 5,892 kilometers (3,661 miles / 3,182 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying south southeast at a heading of 166°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

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

Time zone information: When it's 07:59 in Decatur, it's 08:59 in Lima.

The return flight from Lima (LIM) to Decatur (DEC) follows a heading of 349° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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