The flight distance from Arutua Airport (AXR) in Arutua Airport, French Polynesia to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile is 7,784 kilometers (4,837 miles / 4,203 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying east southeast at a heading of 121°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 16:10 in Arutua Airport, it's 22:10 in Santiago. With a 6-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,546 feet between the two airports. Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport sits higher than Arutua Airport.

The return flight from Santiago (SCL) to Arutua Airport (AXR) follows a heading of 265° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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