Airport Comparison
| LCQ | SCL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Lake City Gateway Airport | Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport |
| IATA Code | LCQ | SCL |
| ICAO Code | KLCQ | SCEL |
| City | Lake City | Santiago |
| Country | United States | Chile |
| Timezone | America/New_York | America/Santiago |
| Elevation | 201 ft | 1,555 ft |
| Coordinates | 30.180000, -82.580000 | -33.390000, -70.790000 |
Lake City (LCQ) to Santiago (SCL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Lake City Gateway Airport (LCQ) in Lake City, United States to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile is 7,177 kilometers (4,459 miles / 3,875 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying south at a heading of 169°.
This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.
This is an international route connecting United States 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 05:26 in Lake City, it's 07:26 in Santiago.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,354 feet between the two airports. Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport sits higher than Lake City Gateway Airport.
The return flight from Santiago (SCL) to Lake City (LCQ) follows a heading of 349° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Lake City Gateway Airport (LCQ) and Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.