The flight distance from Reykjavik Airport (RKV) in Reykjavik, Iceland to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile is 11,653 kilometers (7,241 miles / 6,292 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying southwest at a heading of 221°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 18:44 in Reykjavik, it's 15:44 in Santiago. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,507 feet between the two airports. Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport sits higher than Reykjavik Airport.

The return flight from Santiago (SCL) to Reykjavik (RKV) follows a heading of 20° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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