Airport Comparison
| MDX | SCL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Mercedes Airport | Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport |
| IATA Code | MDX | SCL |
| ICAO Code | SATM | SCEL |
| City | Mercedes | Santiago |
| Country | Argentina | Chile |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Cordoba | America/Santiago |
| Elevation | 358 ft | 1,555 ft |
| Coordinates | -29.220000, -58.090000 | -33.390000, -70.790000 |
Mercedes (MDX) to Santiago (SCL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Mercedes Airport (MDX) in Mercedes, Argentina to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile is 1,291 kilometers (802 miles / 697 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying west southwest at a heading of 246°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
This is an international route connecting Argentina with Chile. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 09:26 in Mercedes, it's 09:26 in Santiago.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,197 feet between the two airports. Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport sits higher than Mercedes Airport.
The return flight from Santiago (SCL) to Mercedes (MDX) follows a heading of 72° (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 Mercedes Airport (MDX) and Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.