Airport Comparison
| FDO | SCL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | San Fernando Airport | Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport |
| IATA Code | FDO | SCL |
| ICAO Code | SADF | SCEL |
| City | San Fernando | Santiago |
| Country | Argentina | Chile |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Buenos_Aires | America/Santiago |
| Elevation | 10 ft | 1,555 ft |
| Coordinates | -34.450000, -58.590000 | -33.390000, -70.790000 |
San Fernando (FDO) to Santiago (SCL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from San Fernando Airport (FDO) in San Fernando, Argentina to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile is 1,131 kilometers (703 miles / 611 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying west at a heading of 273°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
This is an international route connecting Argentina with Chile. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 09:45 in San Fernando, it's 09:45 in Santiago.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,545 feet between the two airports. Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport sits higher than San Fernando Airport.
The return flight from Santiago (SCL) to San Fernando (FDO) follows a heading of 99° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the San Fernando Airport (FDO) and Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.