Airport Comparison
| GBE | SCL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Sir Seretse Khama International Airport | Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport |
| IATA Code | GBE | SCL |
| ICAO Code | FBSK | SCEL |
| City | Gaborone | Santiago |
| Country | Botswana | Chile |
| Timezone | Africa/Gaborone | America/Santiago |
| Elevation | 3,299 ft | 1,555 ft |
| Coordinates | -24.560000, 25.920000 | -33.390000, -70.790000 |
Gaborone (GBE) to Santiago (SCL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Sir Seretse Khama International Airport (GBE) in Gaborone, Botswana to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile is 9,113 kilometers (5,662 miles / 4,920 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west southwest at a heading of 237°.
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 Botswana 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 20:09 in Gaborone, it's 15:09 in Santiago. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,744 feet between the two airports. Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport sits lower than Sir Seretse Khama International Airport.
The return flight from Santiago (SCL) to Gaborone (GBE) follows a heading of 114° (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 Sir Seretse Khama International Airport (GBE) and Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.