The flight distance from Kikwit Airport (KKW) in Kikwit Airport, DR Congo to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) in Lima, Peru is 10,530 kilometers (6,543 miles / 5,686 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying west southwest at a heading of 257°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 15:14 in Kikwit Airport, it's 09:14 in Lima. With a 6-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,459 feet between the two airports. Jorge Chavez International Airport sits lower than Kikwit Airport.

The return flight from Lima (LIM) to Kikwit Airport (KKW) follows a heading of 96° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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