Direct (nonstop) flights from Quito to Lima

2 airlines fly nonstop from Mariscal Sucre International (UIO) to Jorge Chávez International Airport (LIM). It's 822 miles (1,323 km), about 2h 15m in the air. Operated by JetSMART, LATAM Airlines.

UIO
Mariscal Sucre International
🇪🇨 Quito, Ecuador
LIM
Jorge Chávez International Airport
🇵🇪 Lima, Peru
Flight Time
2h 15m
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 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

JetSMART JA JetSMART
Route
UIO → LIM
Flight Time
2h 15m
Distance
822 mi
LATAM Airlines LA LATAM Airlines
Route
UIO → LIM
Flight Time
2h 15m
Distance
822 mi

Alternative Routes

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

UIO GYE (Guayaquil) LIM
Leg 1: 53m (174 mi) Leg 2: 1h 55m (705 mi) Total: ~2h 48m 🍃 187 kg CO₂ (+23% vs. direct)
Leg 1
UIO → GYE
53m · 174 mi
View UIO to GYE flights →
Leg 2
GYE → LIM
1h 55m · 705 mi
View GYE to LIM flights →
UIO BOG (Bogota) LIM
Leg 1: 1h 35m (441 mi) Leg 2: 3h 5m (1,167 mi) Total: ~4h 40m 🍃 304 kg CO₂ (+100% vs. direct)
Leg 1
UIO → BOG
1h 35m · 441 mi
View UIO to BOG flights →
Leg 2
BOG → LIM
3h 5m · 1,167 mi
View BOG to LIM flights →
UIO MDE (Medellin) LIM
Leg 1: 1h 30m (477 mi) Leg 2: 3h 10m (1,255 mi) Total: ~4h 40m 🍃 325 kg CO₂ (+114% vs. direct)
Leg 1
UIO → MDE
1h 30m · 477 mi
View UIO to MDE flights →
Leg 2
MDE → LIM
3h 10m · 1,255 mi
View MDE to LIM flights →
UIO PTY (Panama City) LIM
Leg 1: 1h 57m (635 mi) Leg 2: 3h 37m (1,458 mi) Total: ~5h 34m 🍃 389 kg CO₂ (+156% vs. direct)
Leg 1
UIO → PTY
1h 57m · 635 mi
View UIO to PTY flights →
Leg 2
PTY → LIM
3h 37m · 1,458 mi
View PTY to LIM flights →
UIO SJO (San Jose) LIM
Leg 1: 2h 15m (803 mi) Leg 2: 3h 45m (1,589 mi) Total: ~6h 🍃 443 kg CO₂ (+191% vs. direct)
Leg 1
UIO → SJO
2h 15m · 803 mi
View UIO to SJO flights →
Leg 2
SJO → LIM
3h 45m · 1,589 mi
View SJO to LIM flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Quito to Lima?

A nonstop flight from Quito (UIO) to Lima (LIM) takes approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes. The distance is 822 miles (1,323 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Quito to Lima?

2 airlines: JetSMART, LATAM Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Quito to Lima?

Yes. 2 airlines: JetSMART, LATAM Airlines.

How far is Quito from Lima?

The flight distance from Quito to Lima 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 Quito to Lima?

At 2h 15m, 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 Ecuador to Peru?

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

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

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

Is the return flight from Lima to Quito 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 Quito to Lima?

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 Mariscal Sucre International for this flight?

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