Airport Comparison
| EDI | SCL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Edinburgh Airport | Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport |
| IATA Code | EDI | SCL |
| ICAO Code | EGPH | SCEL |
| City | Edinburgh | Santiago |
| Country | United Kingdom | Chile |
| Timezone | Europe/London | America/Santiago |
| Elevation | 135 ft | 1,555 ft |
| Coordinates | 55.950000, -3.370000 | -33.390000, -70.790000 |
Edinburgh (EDI) to Santiago (SCL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) in Edinburgh, United Kingdom to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile is 11,792 kilometers (7,327 miles / 6,367 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying southwest at a heading of 233°.
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 Kingdom 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 11:42 in Edinburgh, it's 08:42 in Santiago. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,420 feet between the two airports. Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport sits higher than Edinburgh Airport.
The return flight from Santiago (SCL) to Edinburgh (EDI) follows a heading of 33° (north 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 Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.