Airport Comparison
| FUE | SCL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Fuerteventura Airport | Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport |
| IATA Code | FUE | SCL |
| ICAO Code | GCFV | SCEL |
| City | Fuerteventura Island | Santiago |
| Country | Spain | Chile |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Canary | America/Santiago |
| Elevation | 85 ft | 1,555 ft |
| Coordinates | 28.450000, -13.860000 | -33.390000, -70.790000 |
Fuerteventura Island (FUE) to Santiago (SCL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Fuerteventura Airport (FUE) in Fuerteventura Island, Spain to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile is 9,123 kilometers (5,669 miles / 4,926 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying southwest at a heading of 225°.
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 Spain 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 12:11 in Fuerteventura Island, it's 09:11 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 1,470 feet between the two airports. Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport sits higher than Fuerteventura Airport.
The return flight from Santiago (SCL) to Fuerteventura Island (FUE) follows a heading of 48° (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 Fuerteventura Airport (FUE) and Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.