Airport Comparison
| PIS | SCL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Poitiers-Biard Airport | Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport |
| IATA Code | PIS | SCL |
| ICAO Code | LFBI | SCEL |
| City | Poitiers/Biard | Santiago |
| Country | France | Chile |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris | America/Santiago |
| Elevation | 423 ft | 1,555 ft |
| Coordinates | 46.590000, 0.310000 | -33.390000, -70.790000 |
Poitiers/Biard (PIS) to Santiago (SCL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Poitiers-Biard Airport (PIS) in Poitiers/Biard, France to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile is 11,381 kilometers (7,072 miles / 6,145 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying southwest at a heading of 234°.
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 France with Chile. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 16:56 in Poitiers/Biard, it's 12:56 in Santiago. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,132 feet between the two airports. Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport sits higher than Poitiers-Biard Airport.
The return flight from Santiago (SCL) to Poitiers/Biard (PIS) follows a heading of 42° (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 Poitiers-Biard Airport (PIS) and Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.