The flight distance from Kolwezi Airport (KWZ) in Kolwezi Airport, DR Congo to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile is 9,926 kilometers (6,168 miles / 5,360 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying southwest at a heading of 236°.

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 DR Congo 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 12:23 in Kolwezi Airport, it's 07:23 in Santiago. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,452 feet between the two airports. Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport sits lower than Kolwezi Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Santiago (SCL) to Kolwezi Airport (KWZ) follows a heading of 102° (east southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Kolwezi Airport (KWZ) and Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.