The flight distance from Alexander Bay Airport (ALJ) in Alexander Bay, South Africa to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile is 8,083 kilometers (5,023 miles / 4,365 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying west southwest at a heading of 241°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting South Africa with Chile. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 06:16 in Alexander Bay, it's 00:16 in Santiago. With a 6-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,457 feet between the two airports. Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport sits higher than Alexander Bay Airport.

The return flight from Santiago (SCL) to Alexander Bay (ALJ) follows a heading of 113° (east southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Alexander Bay Airport (ALJ) and Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.