Airport Comparison
| FYU | SCL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Fort Yukon Airport | Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport |
| IATA Code | FYU | SCL |
| ICAO Code | PFYU | SCEL |
| City | Fort Yukon | Santiago |
| Country | United States | Chile |
| Timezone | America/Anchorage | America/Santiago |
| Elevation | 447 ft | 1,555 ft |
| Coordinates | 66.570000, -145.250000 | -33.390000, -70.790000 |
Fort Yukon (FYU) to Santiago (SCL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Fort Yukon Airport (FYU) in Fort Yukon, United States to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile is 12,741 kilometers (7,917 miles / 6,880 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying east southeast at a heading of 118°.
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 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 01:34 in Fort Yukon, it's 07:34 in Santiago. With a 6-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 1,108 feet between the two airports. Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport sits higher than Fort Yukon Airport.
The return flight from Santiago (SCL) to Fort Yukon (FYU) follows a heading of 335° (north 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 Fort Yukon Airport (FYU) and Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.