Airport Comparison
| API | SCL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Gomez Nino Apiay Air Base | Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport |
| IATA Code | API | SCL |
| ICAO Code | SKAP | SCEL |
| City | Apiay | Santiago |
| Country | Colombia | Chile |
| Timezone | America/Bogota | America/Santiago |
| Elevation | 1,207 ft | 1,555 ft |
| Coordinates | 4.080000, -73.560000 | -33.390000, -70.790000 |
Apiay (API) to Santiago (SCL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Gomez Nino Apiay Air Base (API) in Apiay, Colombia to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile is 4,177 kilometers (2,595 miles / 2,255 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying south at a heading of 176°.
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 Colombia with Chile. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 23:52 in Apiay, it's 01:52 in Santiago.
The return flight from Santiago (SCL) to Apiay (API) follows a heading of 355° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Gomez Nino Apiay Air Base (API) and Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.