Lima to Riobamba flights
Riobamba lies 1,168 km (726 mi) north of Lima, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 15 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Lima | Riobamba | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Peru | Ecuador |
| Population | 7.7 million | 264,048 |
| Elevation | 152 m (499 ft) | 2,777 m (9,111 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Lima) | UTC-5 (America/Guayaquil) |
| Nearest large airport | LIM, 10 km out | LTX, 84 km out |
| Postal codes | 02250–15088 | 060101–060114 |
What changes when you arrive in Riobamba
Crossing from Peru into Ecuador: money changes from the Sol to the Dollar (USD); sockets are NEMA 1-15, NEMA 5-15; the dialling code becomes +593; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648794 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648798.
Airports at each end
Leaving Lima
Lima is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Jorge Chávez International Airport (LIM), 10 km (6 mi) from the centre, whose 11,506-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
Arriving in Riobamba
Riobamba is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Cotopaxi International Airport (LTX), 84 km (52 mi) from the centre, whose 12,117-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Coronel E Carvajal Airport (XMS, 92 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cotopaxi International Airport (regional) | LTX | 84 km (52 mi) | 12,117 ft | 9,205 ft |
| Coronel E Carvajal Airport (regional) | XMS | 92 km (57 mi) | 8,202 ft | 3,452 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Riobamba from Lima?
1,168 km (726 mi) in a straight line, north of Lima.
How long does it take to get from Lima to Riobamba by air?
About 2 h 15 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Lima and Riobamba?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Lima to Riobamba flights?
Typically Jorge Chávez International Airport (LIM) to Cotopaxi International Airport (LTX); Riobamba also has XMS.
What currency do I need in Riobamba?
The Dollar (USD).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.