Airport Comparison
| GAI | SCL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Montgomery County Airpark | Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport |
| IATA Code | GAI | SCL |
| ICAO Code | KGAI | SCEL |
| City | Gaithersburg | Santiago |
| Country | United States | Chile |
| Timezone | America/New_York | America/Santiago |
| Elevation | 539 ft | 1,555 ft |
| Coordinates | 39.170000, -77.170000 | -33.390000, -70.790000 |
Gaithersburg (GAI) to Santiago (SCL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Montgomery County Airpark (GAI) in Gaithersburg, United States to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile is 8,095 kilometers (5,030 miles / 4,371 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying south at a heading of 174°.
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 10:01 in Gaithersburg, it's 12:01 in Santiago.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,016 feet between the two airports. Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport sits higher than Montgomery County Airpark.
The return flight from Santiago (SCL) to Gaithersburg (GAI) follows a heading of 355° (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 Montgomery County Airpark (GAI) and Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.