Airport Comparison
| SCL | YGC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport | Grande Cache Airport |
| IATA Code | SCL | YGC |
| ICAO Code | SCEL | CEQ5 |
| City | Santiago | Grande Cache |
| Country | Chile | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Santiago | America/Edmonton |
| Elevation | 1,555 ft | 4,117 ft |
| Coordinates | -33.390000, -70.790000 | 53.920000, -118.870000 |
Santiago (SCL) to Grande Cache (YGC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile to Grande Cache Airport (YGC) in Grande Cache, Canada is 10,750 kilometers (6,680 miles / 5,805 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying north northwest at a heading of 334°.
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 Canada. 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 13:02 in Santiago, it's 09:02 in Grande Cache. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,562 feet between the two airports. Grande Cache Airport sits higher than Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport.
The return flight from Grande Cache (YGC) to Santiago (SCL) follows a heading of 141° (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 Grande Cache Airport (YGC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.