Airport Comparison
| FFA | SCL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | First Flight Airport | Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport |
| IATA Code | FFA | SCL |
| ICAO Code | KFFA | SCEL |
| City | Kill Devil Hills | Santiago |
| Country | United States | Chile |
| Timezone | America/New_York | America/Santiago |
| Elevation | 12 ft | 1,555 ft |
| Coordinates | 36.020000, -75.670000 | -33.390000, -70.790000 |
Kill Devil Hills (FFA) to Santiago (SCL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from First Flight Airport (FFA) in Kill Devil Hills, United States to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile is 7,735 kilometers (4,806 miles / 4,176 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying south at a heading of 176°.
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 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 11:30 in Kill Devil Hills, it's 13:30 in Santiago.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,543 feet between the two airports. Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport sits higher than First Flight Airport.
The return flight from Santiago (SCL) to Kill Devil Hills (FFA) follows a heading of 356° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the First Flight Airport (FFA) and Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.