The flight distance from Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile to Talolqan Airport (TQN) in Taloqan, Afghanistan is 16,411 kilometers (10,197 miles / 8,861 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying east northeast at a heading of 73°.

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 Afghanistan. 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 18:14 in Santiago, it's 01:44 in Taloqan. With a 7.5-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 1,051 feet between the two airports. Talolqan Airport sits higher than Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport.

The return flight from Taloqan (TQN) to Santiago (SCL) follows a heading of 264° (west). 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 Talolqan Airport (TQN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.