The flight distance from Shakhtyorsk Airport (EKS) in Shakhtersk, Russia to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile is 16,794 kilometers (10,435 miles / 9,068 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying east northeast at a heading of 69°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 23:19 in Shakhtersk, it's 10:19 in Santiago. With a 13-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 1,505 feet between the two airports. Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport sits higher than Shakhtyorsk Airport.

The return flight from Santiago (SCL) to Shakhtersk (EKS) follows a heading of 313° (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 Shakhtyorsk Airport (EKS) and Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.