The flight distance from Ras Al Khaimah International Airport (RKT) in Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile is 14,843 kilometers (9,223 miles / 8,014 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying west southwest at a heading of 247°.

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 Arab Emirates with Chile. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 18:23 in Ras Al Khaimah, it's 11:23 in Santiago. With a 7-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,453 feet between the two airports. Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport sits higher than Ras Al Khaimah International Airport.

The return flight from Santiago (SCL) to Ras Al Khaimah (RKT) follows a heading of 85° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Ras Al Khaimah International Airport (RKT) and Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.