The flight distance from Maputo Airport (MPM) in Maputo, Mozambique to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile is 9,580 kilometers (5,953 miles / 5,173 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying southwest at a heading of 235°.

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 Mozambique with Chile. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 07:55 in Maputo, it's 02:55 in Santiago. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,410 feet between the two airports. Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport sits higher than Maputo Airport.

The return flight from Santiago (SCL) to Maputo (MPM) follows a heading of 119° (east southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Maputo Airport (MPM) and Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.