The flight distance from Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) in Lima, Peru to Xichang Qingshan Airport (XIC) in Xichang, China is 18,238 kilometers (11,332 miles / 9,848 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 22h, flying north at a heading of 2°.

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 China. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 09:22 in Lima, it's 22:22 in Xichang. With a 13-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 4,999 feet between the two airports. Xichang Qingshan Airport sits higher than Jorge Chavez International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Xichang (XIC) to Lima (LIM) follows a heading of 357° (north). 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 Xichang Qingshan Airport (XIC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.