Airport Comparison
| HME | SCL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Oued Irara Airport | Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport |
| IATA Code | HME | SCL |
| ICAO Code | DAUH | SCEL |
| City | Hassi Messaoud | Santiago |
| Country | Algeria | Chile |
| Timezone | Africa/Algiers | America/Santiago |
| Elevation | 463 ft | 1,555 ft |
| Coordinates | 31.670000, 6.140000 | -33.390000, -70.790000 |
Hassi Messaoud (HME) to Santiago (SCL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Oued Irara Airport (HME) in Hassi Messaoud, Algeria to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile is 10,827 kilometers (6,727 miles / 5,846 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying southwest at a heading of 235°.
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 Algeria 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 14:41 in Hassi Messaoud, it's 10:41 in Santiago. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,092 feet between the two airports. Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport sits higher than Oued Irara Airport.
The return flight from Santiago (SCL) to Hassi Messaoud (HME) follows a heading of 57° (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 Oued Irara Airport (HME) and Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.