RST
Rochester
United States
8,873 km
5,513 miles
SCL
Santiago
Chile
Distance
8,873 km
5,513 mi / 4,791 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
America/Chicago
Heading
162°
south southeast

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RST SCL
Airport Name Rochester International Airport Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport
IATA Code RST SCL
ICAO Code KRST SCEL
City Rochester Santiago
Country United States Chile
Timezone America/Chicago America/Santiago
Elevation 1,317 ft 1,555 ft
Coordinates 43.910000, -92.500000 -33.390000, -70.790000

Rochester (RST) to Santiago (SCL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Rochester International Airport (RST) in Rochester, United States to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile is 8,873 kilometers (5,513 miles / 4,791 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying south southeast at a heading of 162°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

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 12:00 in Rochester, it's 15:00 in Santiago. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Santiago (SCL) to Rochester (RST) follows a heading of 344° (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 Rochester International Airport (RST) and Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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