Airport Comparison
| PTZ | SCL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Rio Amazonas Airport | Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport |
| IATA Code | PTZ | SCL |
| ICAO Code | SESM | SCEL |
| City | Shell Mera | Santiago |
| Country | Ecuador | Chile |
| Timezone | America/Guayaquil | America/Santiago |
| Elevation | 3,465 ft | 1,555 ft |
| Coordinates | -1.510000, -78.060000 | -33.390000, -70.790000 |
Shell Mera (PTZ) to Santiago (SCL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Rio Amazonas Airport (PTZ) in Shell Mera, Ecuador to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile is 3,625 kilometers (2,252 miles / 1,957 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying south southeast at a heading of 169°.
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 Ecuador with Chile. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 20:36 in Shell Mera, it's 22:36 in Santiago.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,910 feet between the two airports. Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport sits lower than Rio Amazonas Airport.
The return flight from Santiago (SCL) to Shell Mera (PTZ) follows a heading of 346° (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 Rio Amazonas Airport (PTZ) and Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.