Distance from Lima to Major Cities?
About Lima: Location & Geography
Lima
Peru · South America
City of KingsLa Ciudad de los ReyesLima the Gray
Population 7,737,002
Coordinates 12.0432°S,
77.0282°W
Timezone America/Lima
UTC-5
UTC-5
Elevation 154 m (505 ft)
Country Peru
Continent South America
Main Airports LIM
Distance from Lima to Major Cities
Calculate Distance from Lima →| City | Distance | Miles | Direction | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 London | 10,169 km | 6,319 mi | NE | |
 Paris | 10,253 km | 6,371 mi | NE | |
 Dubai | 14,815 km | 9,206 mi | NE | |
 Shanghai | 17,161 km | 10,663 mi | NW | |
 Tokyo | 15,492 km | 9,626 mi | NW | |
 New York City | 5,875 km | 3,651 mi | N | |
| Regional Cities | ||||
 São Paulo | 3,453 km | 2,146 mi | SE | |
 Bogotá | 1,880 km | 1,168 mi | N | |
| Rio de Janeiro | 3,776 km | 2,346 mi | SE | |
 Santiago | 2,468 km | 1,534 mi | S | |
 Caracas | 2,745 km | 1,706 mi | NE | |
 Buenos Aires | 3,138 km | 1,950 mi | SE | |
Closest Cities Near Lima by Radius
Find Cities Within Radius →Within 150 km
| Callao | 12 km | W |
| Chosica | 36 km | E |
| Huaral | 64 km | N |
| Chancay | 59 km | NW |
| Mala | 81 km | SE |
Within 400 km
| Huancayo | 198 km | E |
| Chincha Alta | 180 km | SE |
| Tarma | 161 km | NE |
| Ica | 266 km | SE |
| Cerro de Pasco | 175 km | NE |
Within 800 km
| Trujillo | 489 km | NW |
| Pucallpa | 489 km | NE |
| Cusco | 573 km | E |
| Cajamarca | 566 km | N |
| Chiclayo | 663 km | NW |
| Abancay | 483 km | E |
| Arequipa | 765 km | SE |
| Cruzeiro do Sul | 684 km | NE |
| Moyobamba | 668 km | N |
| Jaén | 731 km | N |
Within 100 miles
| Callao | 7 mi | W |
| Chosica | 23 mi | E |
| Huaral | 40 mi | N |
| Chancay | 36 mi | NW |
| Mala | 50 mi | SE |
Within 250 miles
| Huancayo | 123 mi | E |
| Chincha Alta | 112 mi | SE |
| Ica | 165 mi | SE |
| Cerro de Pasco | 109 mi | NE |
| Huánuco | 156 mi | N |
Within 500 miles
| Trujillo | 304 mi | NW |
| Pucallpa | 304 mi | NE |
| Cusco | 356 mi | E |
| Cajamarca | 352 mi | N |
| Chiclayo | 412 mi | NW |
| Abancay | 300 mi | E |
| Arequipa | 475 mi | SE |
| Cruzeiro do Sul | 425 mi | NE |
| Moyobamba | 415 mi | N |
| Jaén | 454 mi | N |
Average Flight Times from Lima
| Destination | Flight Time | Distance | Direction |
|---|---|---|---|
| London | ~12h 18min | 10,169 km | NE |
| Paris | ~12h 24min | 10,253 km | NE |
| Dubai | ~17h 28min | 14,815 km | NE |
| Shanghai | ~20h 4min | 17,161 km | NW |
| Tokyo | ~18h 13min | 15,492 km | NW |
| New York City | ~7h 32min | 5,875 km | N |
* Estimated based on great-circle distance at 900 km/h cruising speed. Actual times vary by airline, winds, and routing.
Lima Location & Key Facts
Lima is the capital and largest city of Peru, set on the Pacific coast at the edge of the Atacama desert. Founded by Spanish conquistadors in the 16th century, it served as the capital of the Viceroyalty of Peru and remains the political, cultural and economic centre of the country. Today it is one of South America's largest metropolitan areas and a celebrated culinary capital.
- ✓Capital and largest city of Peru, and one of the largest metropolitan areas in South America
- ✓Founded in 1535 as the 'City of Kings' and former capital of the Spanish Viceroyalty of Peru
- ✓Its historic centre is a UNESCO World Heritage site rich in colonial architecture
- ✓Widely regarded as a culinary capital of Latin America, home to several of the world's top restaurants
- ✓A major Pacific coast hub, with Jorge Chávez International Airport a key gateway to western South America
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Lima from the North Pole?
Lima is approximately 11,347 km (7,051 miles) from the North Pole (geographic north, 90°N). The straight-line great-circle distance places Lima at 78.0° from the polar region.
How far is Lima from the South Pole?
The distance from Lima to the South Pole (90°S, Antarctica) is approximately 8,668 km (5,386 miles).
How far is Lima from the equator?
Lima lies at 12.0432° south latitude, approximately 1,341 km (833 miles) from the equator.
How far is Lima from Rome?
The great-circle distance from Lima to Rome, Italy is approximately 10,860 km (6,748 miles). Rome is located at 41.89°N, 12.51°E in central Italy.
How long is the flight from Lima to São Paulo?
The estimated flight time from Lima to São Paulo is approximately 4h 50min. This is based on great-circle distance and a typical cruising speed of 900 km/h. Actual flight times vary depending on airline, routing, and wind conditions.
How many cities are within 200 km of Lima?
There are 31 cities within 200 km of Lima in our dataset of 600+ major global cities, including Callao, Huancayo, Chincha Alta.
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