Time Difference: Christchurch vs Lima
Christchurch
1:31:15 PM NZST
Thursday, May 14, 2026
17h
17h
Lima
8:31:15 PM PET
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
Lima is 17 hours behind Christchurch.
Quick Reference
- Christchurch
- NZST (GMT+12)
NZDT starts on Sep 26, 2026
- Lima
- PET (GMT-5)
No Daylight Saving Time
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the time difference between Christchurch and Lima?
- Lima is 17 hours behind Christchurch.
- When is the best time to call from Christchurch to Lima?
- The best time to call is during overlapping business hours (9 AM – 5 PM) in both cities. Use the interactive converter on this page to visually compare hours side by side.
- Does the time difference change with daylight saving time?
- The time difference may change when either city enters or exits daylight saving time. Christchurch uses NZST and Lima uses PET.