The flight distance from Meadows Field (BFL) in Bakersfield, United States to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile is 9,152 kilometers (5,687 miles / 4,942 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying southeast at a heading of 141°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 09:42 in Bakersfield, it's 14:42 in Santiago. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,045 feet between the two airports. Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport sits higher than Meadows Field.

The return flight from Santiago (SCL) to Bakersfield (BFL) follows a heading of 322° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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