The flight distance from Central Wyoming Regional Airport (RIW) in Riverton, United States to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile is 9,324 kilometers (5,793 miles / 5,034 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying south southeast at a heading of 149°.

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 11:07 in Riverton, it's 15:07 in Santiago. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,961 feet between the two airports. Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport sits lower than Central Wyoming Regional Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Santiago (SCL) to Riverton (RIW) follows a heading of 333° (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 Central Wyoming Regional Airport (RIW) and Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.