Direct (nonstop) flights from Lima to Quito

2 airlines fly nonstop from Jorge Chávez International Airport (LIM) to Mariscal Sucre International (UIO). It's 822 miles (1,323 km), about 2h 20m in the air. Operated by JetSMART, LATAM Airlines.

LIM
Jorge Chávez International Airport
🇵🇪 Lima, Peru
UIO
Mariscal Sucre International
🇪🇨 Quito, Ecuador
Flight Time
2h 20m
Distance
822 mi
1,323 km
CO₂/pax
152 kg
−35 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
JetSMART +1
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by JetSMART JetSMART LATAM Airlines LATAM Airlines

Route data last updated: May 28, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

JetSMART JA JetSMART
Route
LIM → UIO
Flight Time
2h 20m
Distance
822 mi
LATAM Airlines LA LATAM Airlines
Route
LIM → UIO
Flight Time
2h 20m
Distance
822 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Lima to Quito with one stop · direct emits 152 kg CO₂ per passenger

LIM GYE (Guayaquil) UIO
Leg 1: 2h 10m (705 mi) Leg 2: 51m (174 mi) Total: ~3h 1m 🍃 187 kg CO₂ (+23% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LIM → GYE
2h 10m · 705 mi
View LIM to GYE flights →
Leg 2
GYE → UIO
51m · 174 mi
View GYE to UIO flights →
LIM BOG (Bogota) UIO
Leg 1: 3h 15m (1,167 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (441 mi) Total: ~4h 55m 🍃 304 kg CO₂ (+100% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LIM → BOG
3h 15m · 1,167 mi
View LIM to BOG flights →
Leg 2
BOG → UIO
1h 40m · 441 mi
View BOG to UIO flights →
LIM MDE (Medellin) UIO
Leg 1: 3h 10m (1,255 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (477 mi) Total: ~4h 55m 🍃 325 kg CO₂ (+114% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LIM → MDE
3h 10m · 1,255 mi
View LIM to MDE flights →
Leg 2
MDE → UIO
1h 45m · 477 mi
View MDE to UIO flights →
LIM PTY (Panama City) UIO
Leg 1: 3h 39m (1,458 mi) Leg 2: 2h 3m (635 mi) Total: ~5h 42m 🍃 389 kg CO₂ (+156% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LIM → PTY
3h 39m · 1,458 mi
View LIM to PTY flights →
Leg 2
PTY → UIO
2h 3m · 635 mi
View PTY to UIO flights →
LIM SJO (San Jose) UIO
Leg 1: 3h 55m (1,589 mi) Leg 2: 2h 20m (803 mi) Total: ~6h 15m 🍃 443 kg CO₂ (+191% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LIM → SJO
3h 55m · 1,589 mi
View LIM to SJO flights →
Leg 2
SJO → UIO
2h 20m · 803 mi
View SJO to UIO flights →

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UIO → LIM: Flights from Quito to Lima

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Lima to Quito?

A nonstop flight from Lima (LIM) to Quito (UIO) takes approximately 2 hours and 20 minutes. The distance is 822 miles (1,323 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Lima to Quito?

2 airlines: JetSMART, LATAM Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Lima to Quito?

Yes. 2 airlines: JetSMART, LATAM Airlines.

How far is Lima from Quito?

The flight distance from Lima to Quito is 822 miles (1,323 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as London to Madrid.

What type of aircraft flies from Lima to Quito?

At 2h 20m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Peru to Ecuador?

Depends on your passport. Check with the Ecuador embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Lima to Quito?

Roughly 152 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 760 km.

Is the return flight from Quito to Lima also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Lima to Quito?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Jorge Chávez International Airport for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.