Airport Comparison
| SCL | TYG | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport | Thylungra Airport |
| IATA Code | SCL | TYG |
| ICAO Code | SCEL | YTHY |
| City | Santiago | N/A |
| Country | Chile | Australia |
| Timezone | America/Santiago | Australia/Brisbane |
| Elevation | 1,555 ft | 165 ft |
| Coordinates | -33.390000, -70.790000 | -26.080000, 143.470000 |
Santiago (SCL) to Thylungra Airport (TYG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile to Thylungra Airport (TYG) in Thylungra Airport, Australia is 12,476 kilometers (7,752 miles / 6,737 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying south southwest at a heading of 213°.
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 10:59 in Santiago, it's 23:59 in Thylungra Airport. With a 13-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 1,390 feet between the two airports. Thylungra Airport sits lower than Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport.
The return flight from Thylungra Airport (TYG) to Santiago (SCL) follows a heading of 149° (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 Thylungra Airport (TYG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.