DCU
Decatur
United States
7,751 km
4,816 miles
SCL
Santiago
Chile
Distance
7,751 km
4,816 mi / 4,185 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
America/Chicago
Heading
166°
south southeast

Airport Comparison

DCU SCL
Airport Name Pryor Field Regional Airport Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport
IATA Code DCU SCL
ICAO Code KDCU SCEL
City Decatur Santiago
Country United States Chile
Timezone America/Chicago America/Santiago
Elevation 592 ft 1,555 ft
Coordinates 34.650000, -86.950000 -33.390000, -70.790000

Decatur (DCU) to Santiago (SCL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Pryor Field Regional Airport (DCU) in Decatur, United States to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile is 7,751 kilometers (4,816 miles / 4,185 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying south southeast at a heading of 166°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

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 13:49 in Decatur, it's 16:49 in Santiago. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Santiago (SCL) to Decatur (DCU) follows a heading of 346° (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 Pryor Field Regional Airport (DCU) and Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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