How is the flight distance measured?

Flight distances are measured as the great-circle (straight-line) distance between airports. Actual flight paths may be slightly longer due to air traffic routing and weather avoidance.

How long does the flight from Lima to San Francisco take?

Flight time depends on the exact route and aircraft, but at roughly 7,259 km the typical non-stop flight takes 1–10 hours. Check the flight duration page for the exact average.

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Flight Distance: Lima to San Francisco

7,259

Kilometres (km)

4,511

Miles (mi)

3,920

Nautical miles

About this flight distance

The great circle distance from Lima to San Francisco is approximately 7,259 km. The typical flight time is 9h 02m.

This is the shortest possible distance between the two cities as the crow flies. Real flight paths are often slightly longer due to air traffic control routing, weather, and airspace restrictions.

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Nearby airports

Near San Francisco

San Carlos Airport (SQL)16 km
Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK)18 km
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC)49 km

Frequently Asked Questions

The great-circle distance from Lima to San Francisco is approximately 7,259 km (4,511 miles).