Airport Comparison
Midway Atoll (MDY) to Santiago (SCL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Henderson Field (MDY) in Midway Atoll, UM to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile is 13,126 kilometers (8,156 miles / 7,087 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying east southeast at a heading of 115°.
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 UM with Chile. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 06:19 in Midway Atoll, it's 14:19 in Santiago. With a 8-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,543 feet between the two airports. Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport sits higher than Henderson Field.
The return flight from Santiago (SCL) to Midway Atoll (MDY) follows a heading of 287° (west 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 Henderson Field (MDY) and Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.