Airport Comparison
| JKL | SCL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Kalymnos Airport | Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport |
| IATA Code | JKL | SCL |
| ICAO Code | LGKY | SCEL |
| City | Kalymnos Island | Santiago |
| Country | Greece | Chile |
| Timezone | Europe/Athens | America/Santiago |
| Elevation | 771 ft | 1,555 ft |
| Coordinates | 36.960000, 26.940000 | -33.390000, -70.790000 |
Kalymnos Island (JKL) to Santiago (SCL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Kalymnos Airport (JKL) in Kalymnos Island, Greece to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile is 12,773 kilometers (7,937 miles / 6,897 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying west southwest at a heading of 246°.
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 Greece with Chile. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 17:08 in Kalymnos Island, it's 12:08 in Santiago. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
The return flight from Santiago (SCL) to Kalymnos Island (JKL) follows a heading of 61° (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 Kalymnos Airport (JKL) and Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.