Lima to Cape Town Flights
Flights from Lima (LIM) to Cape Town (CPT) connect Peru and South Africa. The great-circle distance is approximately 9,781 km, and a typical direct flight takes about 13 hours. Airports commonly used for this city pair include LIM and CPT. The reverse route is Cape Town to Lima. Use the search tool below to compare live prices and schedules — do not treat any static text on this page as a live fare.
Route facts
- Origin
- Lima, Peru
- Destination
- Cape Town, South Africa
- Distance
- 9,781 km
- Typical duration
- about 13 hours
- Origin codes
- LIM
- Destination codes
- CPT
- Primary keyword
- flights from Lima to Cape Town
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Route overview
Lima to Cape Town is a city-pair air route between Peru and South Africa. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are LIM and CPT. Related codes: LIM → CPT.
Distance
Approximate flight distance: 9,781 km (great-circle). Actual flown distance can be longer depending on airway routing.
Duration
Typical block time for a direct flight is about 13 hours. Connecting itineraries take longer and depend on layover airports.
Airports
Lima airports and metro codes: LIM.
Cape Town airports and metro codes: CPT.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route Cape Town to Lima, other destinations from Lima, and other origins into Cape Town.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Lima to Cape Town?
Direct flights from Lima to Cape Town typically take about 13 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from Lima to Cape Town?
The great-circle distance between Lima and Cape Town is approximately 9,781 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from Lima to Cape Town?
Lima is commonly searched with code LIM (related: LIM). Cape Town is commonly searched with code CPT (related: CPT).
Are there direct flights from Lima to Cape Town?
Direct service availability varies by season and airline. Compare live schedules on Cheap Flights Worldwide for current nonstop and connecting options on this route.
What is the reverse flight route from Cape Town to Lima?
The reverse city pair is Cape Town to Lima. Distance is the same great-circle measure (9,781 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the Lima to Cape Town route connect?
This route connects Peru (Lima) with South Africa (Cape Town).