Lima, Peru → Guayaquil, Ecuador · ✈ 1h 56min · 🚗 18h 32min
616 nautical miles · Time difference: Same timezone · Direction: northwest
The distance from Lima to Guayaquil is 1,140 km (708 miles). The fastest way to travel is by flight. A direct flight takes approximately 1h 56min.
The straight-line distance from Lima, Peru to Guayaquil, Ecuador is approximately 1,140 kilometers (708 miles or 616 nautical miles). This measurement uses the Haversine formula, computing the great-circle distance — the shortest path between two points on Earth's surface.
Guayaquil is located northwest of Lima. Lima is in South America, in the Lima region of Peru, while Guayaquil is in South America, in Guayas, Ecuador. Both cities are in South America.
| Mode | Distance | Est. Time | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| ✈️ Flight | 1,140 km | ~1h 56min | Best option for speed |
| 🚗 Drive | ~1,482 km | ~18h 32min | Long journey, consider stops |
| 🚂 Regular Train | ~1,368 km | ~11h 24min | Scenic but slow |
Our recommendation: flight is typically the best way to travel from Lima to Guayaquil. For 1,140 km, flying saves significant time and is usually the most practical choice.
Based on an estimated road distance of 1,482 km, fuel costs for driving from Lima to Guayaquil are approximately $119–$222 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.
Lima sits at 12.0464°S, 77.0428°W, while Guayaquil is located at 2.1894°S, 79.8891°W. The initial compass bearing from Lima to Guayaquil is 344° (NNW), so a great-circle flight path leaves Lima heading roughly NNW. 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 9.86° and the longitude difference is 2.85°. 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 Lima and Guayaquil is approximately 7.1201°S, 78.4813°W. This is the great-circle halfway position — the spot where you would be exactly 570 km from each city. For road trips, a stop near this latitude/longitude makes for a natural overnight or lunch break.
Lima and Guayaquil 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.
Lima is a major city in Peru with a population of approximately 10,092,000. Located in the Lima region, it is an important hub in South America. As one of the largest cities in Peru, Lima is a major international gateway with extensive air connections and multiple airports.
Guayaquil is a notable city in Ecuador with a population of approximately 2,698,077. Situated in the Guayas region, it serves as a key destination in South America. Guayaquil offers solid transport connections and a variety of arrival options as a major city in Ecuador.
1,140 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 1,140 km, the Lima-Guayaquil route is about 2.8% of Earth's circumference. A commercial jet covers this distance in about 1h 56min.
Combined, Lima and Guayaquil have a population of over 12,790,077 people, making this a major urban corridor.
The straight-line distance from Lima to Guayaquil is approximately 1,140 kilometers (708 miles, 616 nautical miles).
A direct flight takes approximately 1h 56min, based on 800 km/h cruising speed plus 30 minutes for takeoff and landing.
Estimated driving time is approximately 18h 32min, based on 80 km/h average speed and roads being ~30% longer than straight-line distance.
Guayaquil is approximately Same timezone compared to Lima.
The estimated road distance is approximately 1,482 km, which is about 30% longer than the 1,140 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.