The flight distance from Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile to Tulcea Airport (TCE) in Tulcea, Romania is 13,247 kilometers (8,232 miles / 7,153 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying northeast at a heading of 53°.

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 Romania. 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 14:16 in Santiago, it's 19:16 in Tulcea. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,355 feet between the two airports. Tulcea Airport sits lower than Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport.

The return flight from Tulcea (TCE) to Santiago (SCL) follows a heading of 251° (west 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 Tulcea Airport (TCE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.