Airport Comparison
| SCL | SXP | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport | Nunam Iqua Airport |
| IATA Code | SCL | SXP |
| ICAO Code | SCEL | KSXP |
| City | Santiago | Nunam Iqua |
| Country | Chile | United States |
| Timezone | America/Santiago | America/Nome |
| Elevation | 1,555 ft | 18 ft |
| Coordinates | -33.390000, -70.790000 | 62.520000, -164.850000 |
Santiago (SCL) to Nunam Iqua (SXP) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile to Nunam Iqua Airport (SXP) in Nunam Iqua, United States is 13,458 kilometers (8,363 miles / 7,267 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying north northwest at a heading of 328°.
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 15:09 in Santiago, it's 09:09 in Nunam Iqua. With a 6-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 1,537 feet between the two airports. Nunam Iqua Airport sits lower than Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport.
The return flight from Nunam Iqua (SXP) to Santiago (SCL) follows a heading of 104° (east 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 Nunam Iqua Airport (SXP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.