The flight distance from Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) in Lima, Peru to Sumburgh Airport (LSI) in Lerwick, United Kingdom is 10,389 kilometers (6,455 miles / 5,610 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying north northeast at a heading of 29°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 05:49 in Lima, it's 10:49 in Lerwick. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Lerwick (LSI) to Lima (LIM) follows a heading of 252° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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