Quito, Ecuador → Lima, Peru · ✈ 2h 10min · 🚗 21h 36min
718 nautical miles · Time difference: Same timezone · Direction: south
The distance from Quito to Lima 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 Quito, Ecuador to Lima, Peru 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.
Lima is located south of Quito. Quito is in South America, in the Pichincha region of Ecuador, while Lima is in South America, in Lima, Peru. 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 Quito to Lima. 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 Quito to Lima 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.
Quito sits at 0.1807°S, 78.4678°W, while Lima is located at 12.0464°S, 77.0428°W. The initial compass bearing from Quito to Lima is 173° (S), so a great-circle flight path leaves Quito heading roughly S. 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 Quito and Lima 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.
Quito 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.
Quito is a major city in Ecuador with a population of approximately 2,781,641. Located in the Pichincha region, it is an important hub in South America. Quito is a significant metropolitan area in Ecuador with good domestic and international transport connections.
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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.
1,329 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 Quito-Lima route is about 3.3% of Earth's circumference. A commercial jet covers this distance in about 2h 10min.
Combined, Quito and Lima have a population of over 12,873,641 people, making this a major urban corridor.
The straight-line distance from Quito to Lima 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.
Lima is approximately Same timezone compared to Quito.
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.