Airport Comparison
| SCL | TVF | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport | Thief River Falls Regional Airport |
| IATA Code | SCL | TVF |
| ICAO Code | SCEL | KTVF |
| City | Santiago | Thief River Falls |
| Country | Chile | United States |
| Timezone | America/Santiago | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 1,555 ft | 1,119 ft |
| Coordinates | -33.390000, -70.790000 | 48.070000, -96.190000 |
Santiago (SCL) to Thief River Falls (TVF) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile to Thief River Falls Regional Airport (TVF) in Thief River Falls, United States is 9,404 kilometers (5,843 miles / 5,078 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north northwest at a heading of 343°.
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 United States. 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 21:18 in Santiago, it's 18:18 in Thief River Falls. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
The return flight from Thief River Falls (TVF) to Santiago (SCL) follows a heading of 159° (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 Thief River Falls Regional Airport (TVF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.