LIM
Lima
Peru
7,125 km
4,427 miles
MER
Atwater
United States
Distance
7,125 km
4,427 mi / 3,847 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
America/Lima
Heading
323°
northwest

Airport Comparison

LIM MER
Airport Name Jorge Chavez International Airport Castle Airport
IATA Code LIM MER
ICAO Code SPJC KMER
City Lima Atwater
Country Peru United States
Timezone America/Lima America/Los_Angeles
Elevation 113 ft 190 ft
Coordinates -12.020000, -77.110000 37.400000, -120.600000

Lima (LIM) to Atwater (MER) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) in Lima, Peru to Castle Airport (MER) in Atwater, United States is 7,125 kilometers (4,427 miles / 3,847 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying northwest at a heading of 323°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 07:43 in Lima, it's 04:43 in Atwater. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Atwater (MER) to Lima (LIM) follows a heading of 132° (southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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