Airport Comparison
| PIP | SCL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Pilot Point Airport | Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport |
| IATA Code | PIP | SCL |
| ICAO Code | PAPN | SCEL |
| City | Pilot Point | Santiago |
| Country | United States | Chile |
| Timezone | America/Anchorage | America/Santiago |
| Elevation | 57 ft | 1,555 ft |
| Coordinates | 57.580000, -157.570000 | -33.390000, -70.790000 |
Pilot Point (PIP) to Santiago (SCL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Pilot Point Airport (PIP) in Pilot Point, United States to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile is 12,906 kilometers (8,019 miles / 6,969 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying east southeast at a heading of 112°.
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 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 02:19 in Pilot Point, it's 08:19 in Santiago. With a 6-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 1,498 feet between the two airports. Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport sits higher than Pilot Point Airport.
The return flight from Santiago (SCL) to Pilot Point (PIP) follows a heading of 323° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Pilot Point Airport (PIP) and Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.