Lima, Peru → Quito, Ecuador · ✈ 2h 10min · 🚗 21h 36min
718 nautical miles · Time difference: Same timezone · Direction: north
The distance from Lima to Quito is 1,329 km (826 miles). The fastest way to travel is by flight. A direct flight takes approximately 2h 10min.
The straight-line distance from Lima, Peru to Quito, Ecuador is approximately 1,329 kilometers (826 miles or 718 nautical miles). This measurement uses the Haversine formula, computing the great-circle distance — the shortest path between two points on Earth's surface.
Quito is located north of Lima. Lima is in South America, in the Lima region of Peru, while Quito is in South America, in Pichincha, Ecuador. Both cities are in South America.
| Mode | Distance | Est. Time | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| ✈️ Flight | 1,329 km | ~2h 10min | Best option for speed |
| 🚗 Drive | ~1,728 km | ~21h 36min | Long journey, consider stops |
| 🚂 Regular Train | ~1,595 km | ~13h 17min | Scenic but slow |
Our recommendation: flight is typically the best way to travel from Lima to Quito. For 1,329 km, flying saves significant time and is usually the most practical choice.
Based on an estimated road distance of 1,728 km, fuel costs for driving from Lima to Quito are approximately $138–$259 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 Quito is located at 0.1807°S, 78.4678°W. The initial compass bearing from Lima to Quito is 353° (N), so a great-circle flight path leaves Lima heading roughly N. 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 11.87° and the longitude difference is 1.42°. 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 Quito is approximately 6.1140°S, 77.7632°W. This is the great-circle halfway position — the spot where you would be exactly 665 km from each city. For road trips, a stop near this latitude/longitude makes for a natural overnight or lunch break.
Lima and Quito 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.
Quito is a notable city in Ecuador with a population of approximately 2,781,641. Situated in the Pichincha region, it serves as a key destination in South America. Quito offers solid transport connections and a variety of arrival options as a major city in Ecuador.
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1,329 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 1,329 km, the Lima-Quito route is about 3.3% of Earth's circumference. A commercial jet covers this distance in about 2h 10min.
Combined, Lima and Quito have a population of over 12,873,641 people, making this a major urban corridor.
The straight-line distance from Lima to Quito is approximately 1,329 kilometers (826 miles, 718 nautical miles).
A direct flight takes approximately 2h 10min, based on 800 km/h cruising speed plus 30 minutes for takeoff and landing.
Estimated driving time is approximately 21h 36min, based on 80 km/h average speed and roads being ~30% longer than straight-line distance.
Quito is approximately Same timezone compared to Lima.
The estimated road distance is approximately 1,728 km, which is about 30% longer than the 1,329 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.