Airport Comparison
Uummannaq (JQA) to Santiago (SCL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Qaarsut Airport (JQA) in Uummannaq, Greenland to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile is 11,667 kilometers (7,250 miles / 6,300 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying south southwest at a heading of 196°.
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 Greenland with Chile. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 13:38 in Uummannaq, it's 12:38 in Santiago.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,266 feet between the two airports. Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport sits higher than Qaarsut Airport.
The return flight from Santiago (SCL) to Uummannaq (JQA) follows a heading of 6° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Qaarsut Airport (JQA) and Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.