SCL
Santiago
Chile
8,486 km
5,273 miles
VPZ
Valparaiso
United States
Distance
8,486 km
5,273 mi / 4,582 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
America/Santiago
Heading
348°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

SCL VPZ
Airport Name Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport Porter County Regional Airport
IATA Code SCL VPZ
ICAO Code SCEL KVPZ
City Santiago Valparaiso
Country Chile United States
Timezone America/Santiago America/Chicago
Elevation 1,555 ft 770 ft
Coordinates -33.390000, -70.790000 41.450000, -87.010000

Santiago (SCL) to Valparaiso (VPZ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile to Porter County Regional Airport (VPZ) in Valparaiso, United States is 8,486 kilometers (5,273 miles / 4,582 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north northwest at a heading of 348°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

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 14:07 in Santiago, it's 11:07 in Valparaiso. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Valparaiso (VPZ) to Santiago (SCL) follows a heading of 166° (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 Porter County Regional Airport (VPZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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