Airport Comparison
| SCL | ZGF | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport | Grand Forks Airport |
| IATA Code | SCL | ZGF |
| ICAO Code | SCEL | CZGF |
| City | Santiago | Grand Forks |
| Country | Chile | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Santiago | America/Vancouver |
| Elevation | 1,555 ft | 1,720 ft |
| Coordinates | -33.390000, -70.790000 | 49.020000, -118.430000 |
Santiago (SCL) to Grand Forks (ZGF) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile to Grand Forks Airport (ZGF) in Grand Forks, Canada is 10,304 kilometers (6,403 miles / 5,564 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying north northwest at a heading of 331°.
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 04:52 in Santiago, it's 23:52 in Grand Forks. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
The return flight from Grand Forks (ZGF) to Santiago (SCL) follows a heading of 142° (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 Grand Forks Airport (ZGF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.