Airport Comparison
Arba Minch Airport (AMH) to Santiago (SCL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Arba Minch Airport (AMH) in Arba Minch Airport, Ethiopia to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile is 12,081 kilometers (7,507 miles / 6,523 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying west southwest at a heading of 237°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting Ethiopia 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 23:42 in Arba Minch Airport, it's 17:42 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 2,346 feet between the two airports. Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport sits lower than Arba Minch Airport.
The return flight from Santiago (SCL) to Arba Minch Airport (AMH) follows a heading of 95° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Arba Minch Airport (AMH) and Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.