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Distance from Lima to Mogadishu

Straight line

13,586 km
8,442 mi · 7,336 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 17 h 29 min

Direction

E 95°
initial bearing

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How far is Lima from Mogadishu?

Lima (Peru) and Mogadishu (Somalia) are very far apart: 13,586 km in a straight line, that is 8,442 miles or 7,336 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Lima, Mogadishu lies to the east (initial bearing 95°). The route crosses from Peru into Somalia. The halfway point is at -10.2927°, -14.7163°.

A direct flight would take about 17 h 29 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 Lima from Mogadishu?

The straight-line distance between Lima and Mogadishu is 13,586 km (8,442 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Mogadishu from Lima?

Mogadishu is to the east of Lima, at an initial bearing of 95°.

How long is the flight from Lima to Mogadishu?

A direct flight would take about 17 h 29 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.