LIM
Lima
Peru
9,232 km
5,737 miles
YQH
Watson Lake
Canada
Distance
9,232 km
5,737 mi / 4,985 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
America/Lima
Heading
337°
north northwest

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LIM YQH
Airport Name Jorge Chavez International Airport Watson Lake Airport
IATA Code LIM YQH
ICAO Code SPJC CYQH
City Lima Watson Lake
Country Peru Canada
Timezone America/Lima America/Vancouver
Elevation 113 ft 2,255 ft
Coordinates -12.020000, -77.110000 60.120000, -128.820000

Lima (LIM) to Watson Lake (YQH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) in Lima, Peru to Watson Lake Airport (YQH) in Watson Lake, Canada is 9,232 kilometers (5,737 miles / 4,985 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north northwest at a heading of 337°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 21:45 in Lima, it's 18:45 in Watson Lake. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,142 feet between the two airports. Watson Lake Airport sits higher than Jorge Chavez International Airport.

The return flight from Watson Lake (YQH) to Lima (LIM) follows a heading of 129° (southeast). 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 Watson Lake Airport (YQH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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