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Distance from Xi’an to Lima

Straight line

17,472 km
10,857 mi · 9,434 NM

By road

11,709 km
7,276 mi

Travel time

137 h 18 min
flight ≈ 22 h 20 min

Direction

NNE 15°
initial bearing

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How far is Xi’an from Lima?

Xi’an (China) and Lima (Peru) are very far apart: 17,472 km in a straight line, that is 10,857 miles or 9,434 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

By road, Xi’an to Lima is 11,709 km (7,276 miles), about 137 h 18 min by car on the fastest route, without traffic or stops. The road follows the straight line closely.

From Xi’an, Lima lies to the north (initial bearing 15°). The route crosses from China into Peru. The halfway point is at 63.3263°, -105.8403°.

A direct flight would take about 22 h 20 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 Xi’an from Lima?

By road it is 11,709 km (7,276 miles) from Xi’an to Lima; in a straight line it is 17,472 km (10,857 miles).

How long is the drive from Xi’an to Lima?

About 137 h 18 min on the fastest route (11,709 km), without traffic or stops.

In which direction is Lima from Xi’an?

Lima is to the north of Xi’an, at an initial bearing of 15°.

How long is the flight from Xi’an to Lima?

A direct flight would take about 22 h 20 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.