The flight distance from Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile to Smithton Airport (SIO) in Smithton Airport, Australia is 10,980 kilometers (6,822 miles / 5,928 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying south southwest at a heading of 207°.

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 Australia. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 09:27 in Santiago, it's 23:27 in Smithton Airport. With a 14-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 1,524 feet between the two airports. Smithton Airport sits lower than Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport.

The return flight from Smithton Airport (SIO) to Santiago (SCL) follows a heading of 150° (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 Smithton Airport (SIO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.