The flight distance from Shindand Airport (OAH) in Shindand Airport, Afghanistan to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile is 15,695 kilometers (9,752 miles / 8,475 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying west southwest at a heading of 257°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 22:39 in Shindand Airport, it's 15:09 in Santiago. With a 7.5-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 2,218 feet between the two airports. Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport sits lower than Shindand Airport.

The return flight from Santiago (SCL) to Shindand Airport (OAH) follows a heading of 77° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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