Airport Comparison
| BNX | SCL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Banja Luka International Airport | Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport |
| IATA Code | BNX | SCL |
| ICAO Code | LQBK | SCEL |
| City | Banja Luka | Santiago |
| Country | Bosnia and Herzegovina | Chile |
| Timezone | Europe/Sarajevo | America/Santiago |
| Elevation | 400 ft | 1,555 ft |
| Coordinates | 44.940000, 17.300000 | -33.390000, -70.790000 |
Banja Luka (BNX) to Santiago (SCL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Banja Luka International Airport (BNX) in Banja Luka, Bosnia and Herzegovina to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile is 12,416 kilometers (7,715 miles / 6,704 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying west southwest at a heading of 244°.
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 Bosnia and Herzegovina with Chile. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 20:15 in Banja Luka, it's 16:15 in Santiago. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,155 feet between the two airports. Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport sits higher than Banja Luka International Airport.
The return flight from Santiago (SCL) to Banja Luka (BNX) follows a heading of 50° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Banja Luka International Airport (BNX) and Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.