Airport Comparison
| BOB | SCL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Bora Bora Airport | Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport |
| IATA Code | BOB | SCL |
| ICAO Code | NTTB | SCEL |
| City | Motu Mute | Santiago |
| Country | French Polynesia | Chile |
| Timezone | Pacific/Tahiti | America/Santiago |
| Elevation | 10 ft | 1,555 ft |
| Coordinates | -16.440000, -151.750000 | -33.390000, -70.790000 |
Motu Mute (BOB) to Santiago (SCL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Bora Bora Airport (BOB) in Motu Mute, French Polynesia to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile is 8,189 kilometers (5,088 miles / 4,422 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east southeast at a heading of 121°.
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 French Polynesia 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 09:34 in Motu Mute, it's 16:34 in Santiago. With a 7-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 1,545 feet between the two airports. Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport sits higher than Bora Bora Airport.
The return flight from Santiago (SCL) to Motu Mute (BOB) follows a heading of 261° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Bora Bora Airport (BOB) and Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.