The flight distance from Perth International Airport (PER) in Perth, Australia to Vallenar Airport (VLR) in Vallenar, Chile is 13,246 kilometers (8,231 miles / 7,152 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying south at a heading of 173°.

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 Australia 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 14:59 in Perth, it's 02:59 in Vallenar. With a 12-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 1,658 feet between the two airports. Vallenar Airport sits higher than Perth International Airport.

The return flight from Vallenar (VLR) to Perth (PER) follows a heading of 187° (south). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Perth International Airport (PER) and Vallenar Airport (VLR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.