Airport Comparison
| SCL | TUG | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport | Tuguegarao Airport |
| IATA Code | SCL | TUG |
| ICAO Code | SCEL | RPUT |
| City | Santiago | Tuguegarao City |
| Country | Chile | Philippines |
| Timezone | America/Santiago | Asia/Manila |
| Elevation | 1,555 ft | 70 ft |
| Coordinates | -33.390000, -70.790000 | 17.640000, 121.730000 |
Santiago (SCL) to Tuguegarao City (TUG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile to Tuguegarao Airport (TUG) in Tuguegarao City, Philippines is 17,864 kilometers (11,100 miles / 9,646 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 22h, flying southwest at a heading of 219°.
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 Philippines. 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 09:06 in Santiago, it's 20:06 in Tuguegarao City. 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 1,485 feet between the two airports. Tuguegarao Airport sits lower than Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport.
The return flight from Tuguegarao City (TUG) to Santiago (SCL) follows a heading of 147° (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 Tuguegarao Airport (TUG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.