Airport Comparison
| GIG | SCL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport | Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport |
| IATA Code | GIG | SCL |
| ICAO Code | SBGL | SCEL |
| City | Rio De Janeiro | Santiago |
| Country | Brazil | Chile |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | America/Santiago |
| Elevation | 28 ft | 1,555 ft |
| Coordinates | -22.810000, -43.250000 | -33.390000, -70.790000 |
Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Santiago (SCL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile is 2,934 kilometers (1,823 miles / 1,584 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying west southwest at a heading of 240°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is an international route connecting Brazil with Chile. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 05:28 in Rio De Janeiro, it's 05:28 in Santiago.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,527 feet between the two airports. Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport sits higher than Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport.
The return flight from Santiago (SCL) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) follows a heading of 74° (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 Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) and Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.