Airport Comparison
| ING | SCL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Lago Argentino Airport | Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport |
| IATA Code | ING | SCL |
| ICAO Code | SAWA | SCEL |
| City | El Calafate | Santiago |
| Country | Argentina | Chile |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Rio_Gallegos | America/Santiago |
| Elevation | 732 ft | 1,555 ft |
| Coordinates | -50.340000, -72.250000 | -33.390000, -70.790000 |
El Calafate (ING) to Santiago (SCL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Lago Argentino Airport (ING) in El Calafate, Argentina to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile is 1,889 kilometers (1,173 miles / 1,020 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying north at a heading of 4°.
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 Argentina with Chile. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 12:39 in El Calafate, it's 12:39 in Santiago.
The return flight from Santiago (SCL) to El Calafate (ING) follows a heading of 183° (south). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Lago Argentino Airport (ING) and Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.