Airport Comparison
Biratnagar (BIR) to Santiago (SCL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Biratnagar Airport (BIR) in Biratnagar, Nepal to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile is 17,770 kilometers (11,042 miles / 9,595 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 22h, flying west southwest at a heading of 245°.
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 Nepal with Chile. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 23:19 in Biratnagar, it's 14:34 in Santiago. With a 8.75-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 1,319 feet between the two airports. Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport sits higher than Biratnagar Airport.
The return flight from Santiago (SCL) to Biratnagar (BIR) follows a heading of 104° (east 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 Biratnagar Airport (BIR) and Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.