Airport Comparison
| NHK | SCL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Patuxent River Nas (Trapnell Field) Airport | Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport |
| IATA Code | NHK | SCL |
| ICAO Code | KNHK | SCEL |
| City | Patuxent River | Santiago |
| Country | United States | Chile |
| Timezone | America/New_York | America/Santiago |
| Elevation | 39 ft | 1,555 ft |
| Coordinates | 38.290000, -76.410000 | -33.390000, -70.790000 |
Patuxent River (NHK) to Santiago (SCL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Patuxent River Nas (Trapnell Field) Airport (NHK) in Patuxent River, United States to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile is 7,992 kilometers (4,966 miles / 4,315 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying south at a heading of 175°.
This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.
This is an international route connecting United States 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 08:30 in Patuxent River, it's 10:30 in Santiago.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,516 feet between the two airports. Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport sits higher than Patuxent River Nas (Trapnell Field) Airport.
The return flight from Santiago (SCL) to Patuxent River (NHK) follows a heading of 355° (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 Patuxent River Nas (Trapnell Field) Airport (NHK) and Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.