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Distance from Plymouth to Lima

Straight line

9,851 km
6,121 mi · 5,319 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 12 h 49 min

Direction

WSW 249°
initial bearing

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How far is Plymouth from Lima?

Plymouth (United Kingdom) and Lima (Peru) are very far apart: 9,851 km in a straight line, that is 6,121 miles or 5,319 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Plymouth, Lima lies to the west (initial bearing 249°). The route crosses from United Kingdom into Peru. The halfway point is at 23.1170°, -49.4222°.

A direct flight would take about 12 h 49 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 Plymouth from Lima?

The straight-line distance between Plymouth and Lima is 9,851 km (6,121 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Lima from Plymouth?

Lima is to the west of Plymouth, at an initial bearing of 249°.

How long is the flight from Plymouth to Lima?

A direct flight would take about 12 h 49 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.