Airport Comparison
| LZC | SCL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Lazaro Cardenas Airport | Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport |
| IATA Code | LZC | SCL |
| ICAO Code | MMLC | SCEL |
| City | Lazaro Cardenas | Santiago |
| Country | Mexico | Chile |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | America/Santiago |
| Elevation | 39 ft | 1,555 ft |
| Coordinates | 18.000000, -102.220000 | -33.390000, -70.790000 |
Lazaro Cardenas (LZC) to Santiago (SCL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Lazaro Cardenas Airport (LZC) in Lazaro Cardenas, Mexico to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile is 6,616 kilometers (4,111 miles / 3,573 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying south southeast at a heading of 150°.
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 Mexico 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 08:47 in Lazaro Cardenas, it's 11:47 in Santiago. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,516 feet between the two airports. Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport sits higher than Lazaro Cardenas Airport.
The return flight from Santiago (SCL) to Lazaro Cardenas (LZC) follows a heading of 325° (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 Lazaro Cardenas Airport (LZC) and Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.