Airport Comparison
| PTY | SCL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Tocumen International Airport | Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport |
| IATA Code | PTY | SCL |
| ICAO Code | MPTO | SCEL |
| City | Tocumen | Santiago |
| Country | Panama | Chile |
| Timezone | America/Panama | America/Santiago |
| Elevation | 135 ft | 1,555 ft |
| Coordinates | 9.070000, -79.380000 | -33.390000, -70.790000 |
Tocumen (PTY) to Santiago (SCL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) in Tocumen, Panama to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile is 4,808 kilometers (2,988 miles / 2,596 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying south at a heading of 170°.
This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.
This is an international route connecting Panama 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 00:54 in Tocumen, it's 02:54 in Santiago.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,420 feet between the two airports. Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport sits higher than Tocumen International Airport.
The return flight from Santiago (SCL) to Tocumen (PTY) follows a heading of 348° (north 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 Tocumen International Airport (PTY) and Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.