Airport Comparison
| BIG | SCL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Allen Army Air Field | Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport |
| IATA Code | BIG | SCL |
| ICAO Code | PABI | SCEL |
| City | Delta Junction Ft Greely | Santiago |
| Country | United States | Chile |
| Timezone | America/Anchorage | America/Santiago |
| Elevation | 1,285 ft | 1,555 ft |
| Coordinates | 64.000000, -145.720000 | -33.390000, -70.790000 |
Delta Junction Ft Greely (BIG) to Santiago (SCL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Allen Army Air Field (BIG) in Delta Junction Ft Greely, United States to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile is 12,626 kilometers (7,845 miles / 6,817 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying east southeast at a heading of 118°.
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 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 00:18 in Delta Junction Ft Greely, it's 06:18 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.
The return flight from Santiago (SCL) to Delta Junction Ft Greely (BIG) follows a heading of 333° (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 Allen Army Air Field (BIG) and Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.