Airport Comparison
| SCL | TKY | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport | Turkey Creek Airport |
| IATA Code | SCL | TKY |
| ICAO Code | SCEL | YTKY |
| City | Santiago | Turkey Creek |
| Country | Chile | Australia |
| Timezone | America/Santiago | Australia/Perth |
| Elevation | 1,555 ft | 0 ft |
| Coordinates | -33.390000, -70.790000 | -17.040000, 128.210000 |
Santiago (SCL) to Turkey Creek (TKY) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile to Turkey Creek Airport (TKY) in Turkey Creek, Australia is 14,056 kilometers (8,734 miles / 7,590 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying south southwest at a heading of 203°.
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 Australia. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 15:07 in Santiago, it's 02:07 in Turkey Creek. With a 11-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 1,555 feet between the two airports. Turkey Creek Airport sits lower than Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport.
The return flight from Turkey Creek (TKY) to Santiago (SCL) follows a heading of 160° (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 Turkey Creek Airport (TKY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.