The flight distance from Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) in Lima, Peru to Sesriem Airstrip (SZM) in Sesriem Airstrip, Namibia is 9,740 kilometers (6,052 miles / 5,259 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying east southeast at a heading of 115°.

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 Namibia. 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 02:14 in Lima, it's 09:14 in Sesriem Airstrip. With a 7-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 2,341 feet between the two airports. Sesriem Airstrip sits higher than Jorge Chavez International Airport.

The return flight from Sesriem Airstrip (SZM) to Lima (LIM) follows a heading of 258° (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 Sesriem Airstrip (SZM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.