Airport Comparison
| GMD | SCL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Ben Slimane Airport | Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport |
| IATA Code | GMD | SCL |
| ICAO Code | GMMB | SCEL |
| City | Ben Slimane | Santiago |
| Country | Morocco | Chile |
| Timezone | Africa/Casablanca | America/Santiago |
| Elevation | 627 ft | 1,555 ft |
| Coordinates | 33.660000, -7.220000 | -33.390000, -70.790000 |
Ben Slimane (GMD) to Santiago (SCL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Ben Slimane Airport (GMD) in Ben Slimane, Morocco to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile is 9,980 kilometers (6,201 miles / 5,389 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying southwest at a heading of 228°.
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 Morocco 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 18:01 in Ben Slimane, it's 14:01 in Santiago. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
The return flight from Santiago (SCL) to Ben Slimane (GMD) 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 Ben Slimane Airport (GMD) and Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.