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Distance from Ouagadougou to Lima

Straight line

8,765 km
5,446 mi · 4,732 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 11 h 27 min

Direction

WSW 255°
initial bearing

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How far is Ouagadougou from Lima?

Ouagadougou (Burkina Faso) and Lima (Peru) are very far apart: 8,765 km in a straight line, that is 5,446 miles or 4,732 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Ouagadougou, Lima lies to the west (initial bearing 255°). The route crosses from Burkina Faso into Peru. The halfway point is at 0.2039°, -39.3081°.

A direct flight would take about 11 h 27 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 Ouagadougou from Lima?

The straight-line distance between Ouagadougou and Lima is 8,765 km (5,446 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Lima from Ouagadougou?

Lima is to the west of Ouagadougou, at an initial bearing of 255°.

How long is the flight from Ouagadougou to Lima?

A direct flight would take about 11 h 27 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.