The flight distance from Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile to Tonopah Test Range (XSD) in Tonopah, United States is 9,235 kilometers (5,739 miles / 4,987 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northwest at a heading of 325°.

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 14:10 in Santiago, it's 09:10 in Tonopah. 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 3,995 feet between the two airports. Tonopah Test Range sits higher than Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Tonopah (XSD) to Santiago (SCL) follows a heading of 143° (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 Tonopah Test Range (XSD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.