LIM
Lima
Peru
6,546 km
4,068 miles
SAN
San Diego
United States
Distance
6,546 km
4,068 mi / 3,535 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
America/Lima
Heading
321°
northwest

Airport Comparison

LIM SAN
Airport Name Jorge Chavez International Airport San Diego International Airport
IATA Code LIM SAN
ICAO Code SPJC KSAN
City Lima San Diego
Country Peru United States
Timezone America/Lima America/Los_Angeles
Elevation 113 ft 17 ft
Coordinates -12.020000, -77.110000 32.730000, -117.190000

Lima (LIM) to San Diego (SAN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) in Lima, Peru to San Diego International Airport (SAN) in San Diego, United States is 6,546 kilometers (4,068 miles / 3,535 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying northwest at a heading of 321°.

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 02:03 in Lima, it's 23:03 in San Diego. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from San Diego (SAN) to Lima (LIM) follows a heading of 133° (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 San Diego International Airport (SAN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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