Airport Comparison
Qaanaaq (NAQ) to Santiago (SCL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Qaanaaq Airport (NAQ) in Qaanaaq, Greenland to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile is 12,330 kilometers (7,661 miles / 6,657 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying south at a heading of 181°.
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 Greenland 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 14:53 in Qaanaaq, it's 15:53 in Santiago.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,504 feet between the two airports. Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport sits higher than Qaanaaq Airport.
The return flight from Santiago (SCL) to Qaanaaq (NAQ) follows a heading of 0° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Qaanaaq Airport (NAQ) and Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.