Airport Comparison
| IRJ | SCL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Capitan V A Almonacid Airport | Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport |
| IATA Code | IRJ | SCL |
| ICAO Code | SANL | SCEL |
| City | La Rioja | Santiago |
| Country | Argentina | Chile |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/La_Rioja | America/Santiago |
| Elevation | 1,437 ft | 1,555 ft |
| Coordinates | -29.380000, -66.800000 | -33.390000, -70.790000 |
La Rioja (IRJ) to Santiago (SCL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Capitan V A Almonacid Airport (IRJ) in La Rioja, Argentina to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile is 585 kilometers (363 miles / 316 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying southwest at a heading of 219°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
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 08:48 in La Rioja, it's 08:48 in Santiago.
The return flight from Santiago (SCL) to La Rioja (IRJ) follows a heading of 41° (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 Capitan V A Almonacid Airport (IRJ) and Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.