The flight distance from J B M Hertzog International Airport (BFN) in Bloemfontain, South Africa to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) in Lima, Peru is 10,626 kilometers (6,603 miles / 5,738 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying west southwest at a heading of 253°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 23:25 in Bloemfontain, it's 16:25 in Lima. 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 4,345 feet between the two airports. Jorge Chavez International Airport sits lower than J B M Hertzog International Airport.

The return flight from Lima (LIM) to Bloemfontain (BFN) follows a heading of 121° (east 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 J B M Hertzog International Airport (BFN) and Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.