LIM
Lima
Peru
2,383 km
1,481 miles
MRD
Merida
Venezuela
Distance
2,383 km
1,481 mi / 1,287 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
America/Lima
Heading
16°
north northeast

Airport Comparison

LIM MRD
Airport Name Jorge Chavez International Airport Alberto Carnevalli Airport
IATA Code LIM MRD
ICAO Code SPJC SVMD
City Lima Merida
Country Peru Venezuela
Timezone America/Lima America/Caracas
Elevation 113 ft 5,007 ft
Coordinates -12.020000, -77.110000 8.580000, -71.160000

Lima (LIM) to Merida (MRD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) in Lima, Peru to Alberto Carnevalli Airport (MRD) in Merida, Venezuela is 2,383 kilometers (1,481 miles / 1,287 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying north northeast at a heading of 16°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Peru with Venezuela. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 04:19 in Lima, it's 05:19 in Merida.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,894 feet between the two airports. Alberto Carnevalli Airport sits higher than Jorge Chavez International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Merida (MRD) to Lima (LIM) follows a heading of 196° (south 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 Alberto Carnevalli Airport (MRD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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