Airport Comparison
| SCL | WAL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport | Wallops Flight Facility Airport |
| IATA Code | SCL | WAL |
| ICAO Code | SCEL | KWAL |
| City | Santiago | Wallops Island |
| Country | Chile | United States |
| Timezone | America/Santiago | America/New_York |
| Elevation | 1,555 ft | 40 ft |
| Coordinates | -33.390000, -70.790000 | 37.940000, -75.470000 |
Santiago (SCL) to Wallops Island (WAL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile to Wallops Flight Facility Airport (WAL) in Wallops Island, United States is 7,946 kilometers (4,938 miles / 4,291 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying north at a heading of 356°.
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 08:27 in Santiago, it's 06:27 in Wallops Island.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,515 feet between the two airports. Wallops Flight Facility Airport sits lower than Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport.
The return flight from Wallops Island (WAL) to Santiago (SCL) follows a heading of 176° (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 Wallops Flight Facility Airport (WAL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.