The flight distance from Ben Schoeman Airport (ELS) in East London, South Africa to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile is 8,756 kilometers (5,441 miles / 4,728 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying west southwest at a heading of 237°.

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 South Africa 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 10:03 in East London, it's 04:03 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 1,120 feet between the two airports. Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport sits higher than Ben Schoeman Airport.

The return flight from Santiago (SCL) to East London (ELS) follows a heading of 122° (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 Ben Schoeman Airport (ELS) and Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.