Airport Comparison
| PLU | SCL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Pampulha - Carlos Drummond de Andrade Airport | Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport |
| IATA Code | PLU | SCL |
| ICAO Code | SBBH | SCEL |
| City | Belo Horizonte | Santiago |
| Country | Brazil | Chile |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | America/Santiago |
| Elevation | 2,589 ft | 1,555 ft |
| Coordinates | -19.850000, -43.950000 | -33.390000, -70.790000 |
Belo Horizonte (PLU) to Santiago (SCL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Pampulha - Carlos Drummond de Andrade Airport (PLU) in Belo Horizonte, Brazil to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile is 3,050 kilometers (1,895 miles / 1,647 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying southwest at a heading of 235°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is an international route connecting Brazil with Chile. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 15:16 in Belo Horizonte, it's 15:16 in Santiago.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,034 feet between the two airports. Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport sits lower than Pampulha - Carlos Drummond de Andrade Airport.
The return flight from Santiago (SCL) to Belo Horizonte (PLU) follows a heading of 67° (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 Pampulha - Carlos Drummond de Andrade Airport (PLU) and Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.