Airport Comparison
| SCL | WMO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport | White Mountain Airport |
| IATA Code | SCL | WMO |
| ICAO Code | SCEL | PAWM |
| City | Santiago | White Mountain |
| Country | Chile | United States |
| Timezone | America/Santiago | America/Anchorage |
| Elevation | 1,555 ft | 267 ft |
| Coordinates | -33.390000, -70.790000 | 64.690000, -163.410000 |
Santiago (SCL) to White Mountain (WMO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile to White Mountain Airport (WMO) in White Mountain, United States is 13,446 kilometers (8,355 miles / 7,260 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying north northwest at a heading of 330°.
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 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 16:00 in Santiago, it's 10:00 in White Mountain. With a 6-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 1,288 feet between the two airports. White Mountain Airport sits lower than Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport.
The return flight from White Mountain (WMO) to Santiago (SCL) follows a heading of 104° (east 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 White Mountain Airport (WMO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.