The flight distance from Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) in Lima, Peru to Queenstown Airport (UTW) in Queenstown, South Africa is 10,585 kilometers (6,578 miles / 5,716 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying southeast at a heading of 124°.

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 South Africa. 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 10:45 in Lima, it's 17:45 in Queenstown. With a 7-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 3,524 feet between the two airports. Queenstown Airport sits higher than Jorge Chavez International Airport.

The return flight from Queenstown (UTW) to Lima (LIM) follows a heading of 252° (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 Queenstown Airport (UTW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.