Airport Comparison
| PKW | SCL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Selebi Phikwe Airport | Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport |
| IATA Code | PKW | SCL |
| ICAO Code | FBSP | SCEL |
| City | N/A | Santiago |
| Country | Botswana | Chile |
| Timezone | Africa/Gaborone | America/Santiago |
| Elevation | 2,925 ft | 1,555 ft |
| Coordinates | -22.060000, 27.830000 | -33.390000, -70.790000 |
Selebi Phikwe Airport (PKW) to Santiago (SCL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Selebi Phikwe Airport (PKW) in Selebi Phikwe Airport, Botswana to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile is 9,429 kilometers (5,859 miles / 5,091 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying southwest at a heading of 236°.
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 Botswana with Chile. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 14:55 in Selebi Phikwe Airport, it's 09:55 in Santiago. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,370 feet between the two airports. Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport sits lower than Selebi Phikwe Airport.
The return flight from Santiago (SCL) to Selebi Phikwe Airport (PKW) follows a heading of 113° (east southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Selebi Phikwe Airport (PKW) and Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.