Airport Comparison
| BPY | SCL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Besalampy Airport | Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport |
| IATA Code | BPY | SCL |
| ICAO Code | FMNQ | SCEL |
| City | N/A | Santiago |
| Country | Madagascar | Chile |
| Timezone | Indian/Antananarivo | America/Santiago |
| Elevation | 125 ft | 1,555 ft |
| Coordinates | -16.740000, 44.480000 | -33.390000, -70.790000 |
Besalampy Airport (BPY) to Santiago (SCL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Besalampy Airport (BPY) in Besalampy Airport, Madagascar to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile is 11,179 kilometers (6,946 miles / 6,036 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying southwest at a heading of 230°.
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 Madagascar with Chile. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 21:04 in Besalampy Airport, it's 15:04 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 1,430 feet between the two airports. Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport sits higher than Besalampy Airport.
The return flight from Santiago (SCL) to Besalampy Airport (BPY) follows a heading of 118° (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 Besalampy Airport (BPY) and Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.