AEL
Albert Lea
United States
8,871 km
5,512 miles
SCL
Santiago
Chile
Distance
8,871 km
5,512 mi / 4,790 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
America/Chicago
Heading
161°
south southeast

Airport Comparison

AEL SCL
Airport Name Albert Lea Municipal Airport Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport
IATA Code AEL SCL
ICAO Code KAEL SCEL
City Albert Lea Santiago
Country United States Chile
Timezone America/Chicago America/Santiago
Elevation 1,261 ft 1,555 ft
Coordinates 43.680000, -93.370000 -33.390000, -70.790000

Albert Lea (AEL) to Santiago (SCL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Albert Lea Municipal Airport (AEL) in Albert Lea, United States to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile is 8,871 kilometers (5,512 miles / 4,790 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying south southeast at a heading of 161°.

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 04:59 in Albert Lea, it's 07:59 in Santiago. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Santiago (SCL) to Albert Lea (AEL) follows a heading of 344° (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 Albert Lea Municipal Airport (AEL) and Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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