Airport Comparison
| SCL | TGU | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport | Toncontin International Airport |
| IATA Code | SCL | TGU |
| ICAO Code | SCEL | MHTG |
| City | Santiago | Tegucigalpa |
| Country | Chile | Honduras |
| Timezone | America/Santiago | America/Tegucigalpa |
| Elevation | 1,555 ft | 3,294 ft |
| Coordinates | -33.390000, -70.790000 | 14.060000, -87.220000 |
Santiago (SCL) to Tegucigalpa (TGU) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile to Toncontin International Airport (TGU) in Tegucigalpa, Honduras is 5,557 kilometers (3,453 miles / 3,000 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying north northwest at a heading of 339°.
This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.
This is an international route connecting Chile with Honduras. 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 07:05 in Santiago, it's 04:05 in Tegucigalpa. 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 1,739 feet between the two airports. Toncontin International Airport sits higher than Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport.
The return flight from Tegucigalpa (TGU) to Santiago (SCL) follows a heading of 162° (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 Toncontin International Airport (TGU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.