The flight distance from Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) in Lima, Peru to Mtwara Airport (MYW) in Mtwara, Tanzania is 12,656 kilometers (7,864 miles / 6,833 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying east southeast at a heading of 107°.

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 Tanzania. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 06:37 in Lima, it's 14:37 in Mtwara. With a 8-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 Mtwara (MYW) 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 Mtwara Airport (MYW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.