The flight distance from Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile to Sanandaj Airport (SDG) in Sanandaj Airport, Iran is 14,396 kilometers (8,945 miles / 7,773 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying east northeast at a heading of 69°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 11:17 in Santiago, it's 17:47 in Sanandaj Airport. With a 6.5-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 2,967 feet between the two airports. Sanandaj Airport sits higher than Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport.

The return flight from Sanandaj Airport (SDG) to Santiago (SCL) follows a heading of 253° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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