SCL
Santiago
Chile
11,285 km
7,012 miles
SNN
Shannon
Ireland
Distance
11,285 km
7,012 mi / 6,094 nm
Est. Flight Time
14h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
America/Santiago
Heading
33°
north northeast

Airport Comparison

SCL SNN
Airport Name Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport Shannon Airport
IATA Code SCL SNN
ICAO Code SCEL EINN
City Santiago Shannon
Country Chile Ireland
Timezone America/Santiago Europe/Dublin
Elevation 1,555 ft 46 ft
Coordinates -33.390000, -70.790000 52.700000, -8.920000

Santiago (SCL) to Shannon (SNN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile to Shannon Airport (SNN) in Shannon, Ireland is 11,285 kilometers (7,012 miles / 6,094 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying north northeast at a heading of 33°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 08:16 in Santiago, it's 11:16 in Shannon. 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 1,509 feet between the two airports. Shannon Airport sits lower than Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport.

The return flight from Shannon (SNN) to Santiago (SCL) follows a heading of 229° (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 Shannon Airport (SNN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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