Airport Comparison
| FCS | LIM | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Butts Army Air Field (Fort Carson) Airport | Jorge Chavez International Airport |
| IATA Code | FCS | LIM |
| ICAO Code | KFCS | SPJC |
| City | Fort Carson | Lima |
| Country | United States | Peru |
| Timezone | America/Denver | America/Lima |
| Elevation | 5,874 ft | 113 ft |
| Coordinates | 38.680000, -104.760000 | -12.020000, -77.110000 |
Fort Carson (FCS) to Lima (LIM) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Butts Army Air Field (Fort Carson) Airport (FCS) in Fort Carson, United States to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) in Lima, Peru is 6,326 kilometers (3,931 miles / 3,416 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying south southeast at a heading of 147°.
This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.
This is an international route connecting United States with Peru. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 08:23 in Fort Carson, it's 10:23 in Lima.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,761 feet between the two airports. Jorge Chavez International Airport sits lower than Butts Army Air Field (Fort Carson) Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Lima (LIM) to Fort Carson (FCS) follows a heading of 334° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Butts Army Air Field (Fort Carson) Airport (FCS) and Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.