The flight distance from Avu Avu Airport (AVU) in Avu Avu Airport, Solomon Islands to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile is 12,777 kilometers (7,939 miles / 6,899 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying southeast at a heading of 134°.

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 Solomon Islands with Chile. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 22:38 in Avu Avu Airport, it's 08:38 in Santiago. With a 14-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 1,530 feet between the two airports. Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport sits higher than Avu Avu Airport.

The return flight from Santiago (SCL) to Avu Avu Airport (AVU) follows a heading of 238° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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