Airport Comparison
| BHI | SCL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Comandante Espora Airport | Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport |
| IATA Code | BHI | SCL |
| ICAO Code | SAZB | SCEL |
| City | Bahia Blanca | Santiago |
| Country | Argentina | Chile |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Buenos_Aires | America/Santiago |
| Elevation | 246 ft | 1,555 ft |
| Coordinates | -38.730000, -62.170000 | -33.390000, -70.790000 |
Bahia Blanca (BHI) to Santiago (SCL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Comandante Espora Airport (BHI) in Bahia Blanca, Argentina to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile is 975 kilometers (606 miles / 527 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying northwest at a heading of 305°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
This is an international route connecting Argentina with Chile. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 08:33 in Bahia Blanca, it's 08:33 in Santiago.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,309 feet between the two airports. Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport sits higher than Comandante Espora Airport.
The return flight from Santiago (SCL) to Bahia Blanca (BHI) follows a heading of 130° (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 Comandante Espora Airport (BHI) and Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.