Airport Comparison
| RKS | SCL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Southwest Wyoming Regional Airport | Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport |
| IATA Code | RKS | SCL |
| ICAO Code | KRKS | SCEL |
| City | Rock Springs | Santiago |
| Country | United States | Chile |
| Timezone | America/Denver | America/Santiago |
| Elevation | 6,765 ft | 1,555 ft |
| Coordinates | 41.590000, -109.070000 | -33.390000, -70.790000 |
Rock Springs (RKS) to Santiago (SCL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Southwest Wyoming Regional Airport (RKS) in Rock Springs, United States to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile is 9,210 kilometers (5,723 miles / 4,973 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 14:18 in Rock Springs, it's 18:18 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 5,210 feet between the two airports. Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport sits lower than Southwest Wyoming Regional Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Santiago (SCL) to Rock Springs (RKS) follows a heading of 332° (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 Southwest Wyoming Regional Airport (RKS) and Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.