The flight distance from Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile to Saumlaki Airport (SXK) in Saumlaki-Yamdena Island, Indonesia is 14,855 kilometers (9,231 miles / 8,021 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying south southwest at a heading of 211°.

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 Indonesia. 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 04:22 in Santiago, it's 16:22 in Saumlaki-Yamdena Island. With a 12-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 1,337 feet between the two airports. Saumlaki Airport sits lower than Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport.

The return flight from Saumlaki-Yamdena Island (SXK) to Santiago (SCL) follows a heading of 154° (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 Saumlaki Airport (SXK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.