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Distance from Kolkata to Lima

Straight line

18,085 km
11,237 mi · 9,765 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 23 h 6 min

Direction

NW 305°
initial bearing

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How far is Kolkata from Lima?

Kolkata (India) and Lima (Peru) are very far apart: 18,085 km in a straight line, that is 11,237 miles or 9,765 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Kolkata, Lima lies to the north-west (initial bearing 305°). The route crosses from India into Peru. The halfway point is at 35.2451°, -6.9438°.

A direct flight would take about 23 h 6 min (800 km/h cruise plus take-off and landing). The road distance and driving time are calculated on the map from OpenStreetMap roads.

Frequently asked questions

How far is Kolkata from Lima?

The straight-line distance between Kolkata and Lima is 18,085 km (11,237 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Lima from Kolkata?

Lima is to the north-west of Kolkata, at an initial bearing of 305°.

How long is the flight from Kolkata to Lima?

A direct flight would take about 23 h 6 min at an average cruising speed of 800 km/h.

How is the distance calculated?

The straight-line distance is computed on the WGS84 ellipsoid with the Vincenty formula, accurate to the metre. The road distance comes from OpenStreetMap roads.