ABQ
Albuquerque
United States
8,474 km
5,266 miles
SCL
Santiago
Chile
Distance
8,474 km
5,266 mi / 4,576 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+4h
America/Denver
Heading
150°
south southeast

Airport Comparison

ABQ SCL
Airport Name Albuquerque International Sunport Airport Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport
IATA Code ABQ SCL
ICAO Code KABQ SCEL
City Albuquerque Santiago
Country United States Chile
Timezone America/Denver America/Santiago
Elevation 5,355 ft 1,555 ft
Coordinates 35.040000, -106.610000 -33.390000, -70.790000

Albuquerque (ABQ) to Santiago (SCL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ) in Albuquerque, United States to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile is 8,474 kilometers (5,266 miles / 4,576 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying south southeast at a heading of 150°.

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 United States with Chile. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 13:05 in Albuquerque, it's 17:05 in Santiago. 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 3,800 feet between the two airports. Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport sits lower than Albuquerque International Sunport Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Santiago (SCL) to Albuquerque (ABQ) follows a heading of 330° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ) and Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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