Airport Comparison
| CGY | SCL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Laguindingan Intl | Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport |
| IATA Code | CGY | SCL |
| ICAO Code | RPMY | SCEL |
| City | Cagayan de Oro | Santiago |
| Country | Philippines | Chile |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila | America/Santiago |
| Elevation | 190 ft | 1,555 ft |
| Coordinates | 8.610000, 124.460000 | -33.390000, -70.790000 |
Cagayan de Oro (CGY) to Santiago (SCL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Laguindingan Intl (CGY) in Cagayan de Oro, Philippines to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile is 16,847 kilometers (10,468 miles / 9,096 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying south southeast at a heading of 153°.
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 Philippines with Chile. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 05:20 in Cagayan de Oro, it's 18:20 in Santiago. With a 11-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 1,365 feet between the two airports. Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport sits higher than Laguindingan Intl.
The return flight from Santiago (SCL) to Cagayan de Oro (CGY) follows a heading of 213° (south 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 Laguindingan Intl (CGY) and Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.