The flight distance from Kirkuk Air Base (KIK) in Kirkuk, Iraq to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) in Lima, Peru is 13,616 kilometers (8,461 miles / 7,352 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying west at a heading of 279°.

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 Iraq with Peru. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 06:57 in Kirkuk, it's 22:57 in Lima. With a 8-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 Kirkuk (KIK) follows a heading of 55° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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