The flight distance from Reid-Hillview Of Santa Clara County Airport (RHV) in San Jose, United States to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile is 9,473 kilometers (5,886 miles / 5,115 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying southeast at a heading of 139°.

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 United States 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 16:19 in San Jose, it's 21:19 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 1,420 feet between the two airports. Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport sits higher than Reid-Hillview Of Santa Clara County Airport.

The return flight from Santiago (SCL) to San Jose (RHV) follows a heading of 322° (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 Reid-Hillview Of Santa Clara County Airport (RHV) and Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.