Airport Comparison
| FNA | SCL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Lungi International Airport | Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport |
| IATA Code | FNA | SCL |
| ICAO Code | GFLL | SCEL |
| City | Freetown | Santiago |
| Country | Sierra Leone | Chile |
| Timezone | Africa/Freetown | America/Santiago |
| Elevation | 84 ft | 1,555 ft |
| Coordinates | 8.620000, -13.200000 | -33.390000, -70.790000 |
Freetown (FNA) to Santiago (SCL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Lungi International Airport (FNA) in Freetown, Sierra Leone to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile is 7,662 kilometers (4,761 miles / 4,137 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying southwest at a heading of 229°.
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 Sierra Leone with Chile. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 12:29 in Freetown, it's 09:29 in Santiago. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,471 feet between the two airports. Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport sits higher than Lungi International Airport.
The return flight from Santiago (SCL) to Freetown (FNA) follows a heading of 63° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Lungi International Airport (FNA) and Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.