Airport Comparison
| PUJ | SCL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Punta Cana International Airport | Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport |
| IATA Code | PUJ | SCL |
| ICAO Code | MDPC | SCEL |
| City | Punta Cana | Santiago |
| Country | Dominican Republic | Chile |
| Timezone | America/Santo_Domingo | America/Santiago |
| Elevation | 47 ft | 1,555 ft |
| Coordinates | 18.570000, -68.360000 | -33.390000, -70.790000 |
Punta Cana (PUJ) to Santiago (SCL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile is 5,783 kilometers (3,594 miles / 3,123 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying south at a heading of 183°.
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 Dominican Republic 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 15:36 in Punta Cana, it's 16:36 in Santiago.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,508 feet between the two airports. Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport sits higher than Punta Cana International Airport.
The return flight from Santiago (SCL) to Punta Cana (PUJ) follows a heading of 3° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) and Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.