Airport Comparison
| MHX | SCL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Manihiki Island Airport | Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport |
| IATA Code | MHX | SCL |
| ICAO Code | NCMH | SCEL |
| City | Manihiki Island | Santiago |
| Country | CK | Chile |
| Timezone | Pacific/Rarotonga | America/Santiago |
| Elevation | 0 ft | 1,555 ft |
| Coordinates | -10.380000, -161.000000 | -33.390000, -70.790000 |
Manihiki Island (MHX) to Santiago (SCL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Manihiki Island Airport (MHX) in Manihiki Island, CK to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile is 9,394 kilometers (5,837 miles / 5,072 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying east southeast at a heading of 123°.
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 CK with Chile. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 06:16 in Manihiki Island, it's 13:16 in Santiago. With a 7-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 1,555 feet between the two airports. Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport sits higher than Manihiki Island Airport.
The return flight from Santiago (SCL) to Manihiki Island (MHX) follows a heading of 261° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Manihiki Island Airport (MHX) and Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.