The flight distance from Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) in Lima, Peru to Sao Tome International Airport (TMS) in Sao Tome, São Tomé and Príncipe is 9,344 kilometers (5,806 miles / 5,046 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying east at a heading of 88°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 05:02 in Lima, it's 10:02 in Sao Tome. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Sao Tome (TMS) to Lima (LIM) follows a heading of 258° (west southwest). 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 Sao Tome International Airport (TMS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.