Airport Comparison
| SCL | SDY | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport | Sidney-Richland Regional Airport |
| IATA Code | SCL | SDY |
| ICAO Code | SCEL | KSDY |
| City | Santiago | Sidney |
| Country | Chile | United States |
| Timezone | America/Santiago | America/Denver |
| Elevation | 1,555 ft | 1,985 ft |
| Coordinates | -33.390000, -70.790000 | 47.710000, -104.190000 |
Santiago (SCL) to Sidney (SDY) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile to Sidney-Richland Regional Airport (SDY) in Sidney, United States is 9,613 kilometers (5,973 miles / 5,190 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north northwest at a heading of 338°.
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 United States. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 12:56 in Santiago, it's 08:56 in Sidney. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
The return flight from Sidney (SDY) to Santiago (SCL) follows a heading of 153° (south southeast). 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 Sidney-Richland Regional Airport (SDY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.