The flight distance from Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile to Dong Hoi Airport (VDH) in Dong Hoi, Vietnam is 18,231 kilometers (11,328 miles / 9,844 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 22h, flying south at a heading of 171°.

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 Vietnam. 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 19:36 in Santiago, it's 05:36 in Dong Hoi. With a 10-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 1,496 feet between the two airports. Dong Hoi Airport sits lower than Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport.

The return flight from Dong Hoi (VDH) to Santiago (SCL) follows a heading of 188° (south). 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 Dong Hoi Airport (VDH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.