Airport Comparison
| FJR | SCL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Fujairah International Airport | Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport |
| IATA Code | FJR | SCL |
| ICAO Code | OMFJ | SCEL |
| City | N/A | Santiago |
| Country | United Arab Emirates | Chile |
| Timezone | Asia/Dubai | America/Santiago |
| Elevation | 152 ft | 1,555 ft |
| Coordinates | 25.110000, 56.320000 | -33.390000, -70.790000 |
Fujairah International Airport (FJR) to Santiago (SCL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Fujairah International Airport (FJR) in Fujairah International Airport, United Arab Emirates to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile is 14,856 kilometers (9,231 miles / 8,022 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying west southwest at a heading of 247°.
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 United Arab Emirates 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 08:40 in Fujairah International Airport, it's 01:40 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 1,403 feet between the two airports. Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport sits higher than Fujairah International Airport.
The return flight from Santiago (SCL) to Fujairah International Airport (FJR) follows a heading of 86° (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 Fujairah International Airport (FJR) and Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.