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Cape Town (CPT) to Lima (LIM) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) in Lima, Peru is 9,781 kilometers (6,077 miles / 5,281 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying west southwest at a heading of 257°.
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 17:08 in Cape Town, it's 10:08 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.
The return flight from Lima (LIM) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 124° (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 Cape Town International Airport (CPT) and Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.
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