The flight distance from Burao Airport (BUO) in Burao, Somalia to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) in Lima, Peru is 13,756 kilometers (8,548 miles / 7,428 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying west at a heading of 262°.

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 Somalia 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 00:21 in Burao, it's 16:21 in Lima. With a 8-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 3,287 feet between the two airports. Jorge Chavez International Airport sits lower than Burao Airport.

The return flight from Lima (LIM) to Burao (BUO) follows a heading of 86° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Burao Airport (BUO) and Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.