Lima, Peru → La Paz, Bolivia · ✈ 1h 51min · 🚗 17h 31min
582 nautical miles · Time difference: Same timezone · Direction: southeast
The distance from Lima to La Paz 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 Lima, Peru to La Paz, Bolivia 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.
La Paz is located southeast of Lima. Lima is in South America, in the Lima region of Peru, while La Paz is in South America, in La Paz, Bolivia. 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 Lima to La Paz. 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 Lima to La Paz 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.
Lima sits at 12.0464°S, 77.0428°W, while La Paz is located at 16.5000°S, 68.1500°W. The initial compass bearing from Lima to La Paz is 118° (ESE), so a great-circle flight path leaves Lima heading roughly ESE. 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 Lima and La Paz 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.
Lima and La Paz 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.
La Paz is a notable city in Bolivia with a population of approximately 812,799. Situated in the La Paz region, it serves as a key destination in South America. La Paz is a popular destination in the La Paz region of Bolivia, known for its unique character and attractions.
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 Lima-La Paz route is about 2.7% of Earth's circumference. A commercial jet covers this distance in about 1h 51min.
Combined, Lima and La Paz have a population of over 10,904,799 people, making this a major urban corridor.
The straight-line distance from Lima to La Paz 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.
La Paz is approximately Same timezone compared to Lima.
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.