La Paz, Bolivia → Lima, Peru · ✈ 1h 51min · 🚗 17h 31min
582 nautical miles · Time difference: Same timezone · Direction: northwest
The distance from La Paz to Lima is 1,078 km (670 miles). The fastest way to travel is by flight. A direct flight takes approximately 1h 51min.
The straight-line distance from La Paz, Bolivia to Lima, Peru is approximately 1,078 kilometers (670 miles or 582 nautical miles). This measurement uses the Haversine formula, computing the great-circle distance — the shortest path between two points on Earth's surface.
Lima is located northwest of La Paz. La Paz is in South America, in the La Paz region of Bolivia, while Lima is in South America, in Lima, Peru. Both cities are in South America.
| Mode | Distance | Est. Time | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| ✈️ Flight | 1,078 km | ~1h 51min | Best option for speed |
| 🚗 Drive | ~1,401 km | ~17h 31min | Long journey, consider stops |
| 🚂 Regular Train | ~1,294 km | ~10h 47min | Scenic but slow |
Our recommendation: flight is typically the best way to travel from La Paz to Lima. For 1,078 km, flying saves significant time and is usually the most practical choice.
Based on an estimated road distance of 1,401 km, fuel costs for driving from La Paz to Lima are approximately $112–$210 USD (at $0.08–$0.15 per km, depending on vehicle efficiency and local fuel prices). Additional costs may include tolls, parking, and accommodation for longer trips.
La Paz sits at 16.5000°S, 68.1500°W, while Lima is located at 12.0464°S, 77.0428°W. The initial compass bearing from La Paz to Lima is 296° (WNW), so a great-circle flight path leaves La Paz heading roughly WNW. Because the Earth is curved, the actual heading shifts gradually along the route — pilots and navigation systems update it continuously instead of holding a single fixed compass bearing.
The latitude difference is 4.45° and the longitude difference is 8.89°. Each degree of latitude represents about 111 km, which is one reason cross-latitude routes feel longer even when the map looks similar to east–west journeys.
The geographic midpoint between La Paz and Lima is approximately 14.3145°S, 72.6405°W. This is the great-circle halfway position — the spot where you would be exactly 539 km from each city. For road trips, a stop near this latitude/longitude makes for a natural overnight or lunch break.
La Paz and Lima share the same approximate time zone, so meetings, calls, and arrivals don't require any clock adjustment. This makes the route especially convenient for short business trips. Daylight saving time can shift the offset by an hour during certain months, so confirm the exact difference for your specific travel dates.
La Paz is a major city in Bolivia with a population of approximately 812,799. Located in the La Paz region, it is an important hub in South America. Despite its smaller size, La Paz plays an important regional role in Bolivia and attracts visitors year-round.
Lima is a notable city in Peru with a population of approximately 10,092,000. Situated in the Lima region, it serves as a key destination in South America. Lima is one of Peru's largest cities, offering major airport hubs, extensive public transport, and a wide range of accommodation options.
1,078 km is a long-distance route that typically requires air travel. This is comparable to spanning a large continent. For context, London to Dubai is about 5,500 km.
At 1,078 km, the La Paz-Lima route is about 2.7% of Earth's circumference. A commercial jet covers this distance in about 1h 51min.
Combined, La Paz and Lima have a population of over 10,904,799 people, making this a major urban corridor.
The straight-line distance from La Paz to Lima is approximately 1,078 kilometers (670 miles, 582 nautical miles).
A direct flight takes approximately 1h 51min, based on 800 km/h cruising speed plus 30 minutes for takeoff and landing.
Estimated driving time is approximately 17h 31min, based on 80 km/h average speed and roads being ~30% longer than straight-line distance.
Lima is approximately Same timezone compared to La Paz.
The estimated road distance is approximately 1,401 km, which is about 30% longer than the 1,078 km straight-line distance.
📍 Data: Coordinates from OpenStreetMap contributors. Distances calculated using the Haversine formula. Travel times are estimates only. Last verified: April 21, 2026.