The flight distance from Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile to Santa Ynez/Kunkle Field (SQA) in Santa Ynez, United States is 9,141 kilometers (5,680 miles / 4,936 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northwest at a heading of 321°.

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 11:02 in Santiago, it's 06:02 in Santa Ynez. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Santa Ynez (SQA) to Santiago (SCL) follows a heading of 140° (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 Santa Ynez/Kunkle Field (SQA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.