The flight distance from Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile to Vryheid Airport (VYD) in Vryheid, South Africa is 9,317 kilometers (5,789 miles / 5,031 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying east southeast at a heading of 119°.

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 South Africa. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 19:58 in Santiago, it's 00:58 in Vryheid. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,244 feet between the two airports. Vryheid Airport sits higher than Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport.

The return flight from Vryheid (VYD) to Santiago (SCL) follows a heading of 235° (southwest). 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 Vryheid Airport (VYD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.