The flight distance from Heihe Airport (HEK) in Heihe, China to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) in Lima, Peru is 15,224 kilometers (9,460 miles / 8,220 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying northeast at a heading of 36°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 00:15 in Heihe, it's 11:15 in Lima. 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 8,417 feet between the two airports. Jorge Chavez International Airport sits lower than Heihe Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Lima (LIM) to Heihe (HEK) follows a heading of 337° (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 Heihe Airport (HEK) and Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.