Airport Comparison
| HET | SCL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Baita International Airport | Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport |
| IATA Code | HET | SCL |
| ICAO Code | ZBHH | SCEL |
| City | Hohhot | Santiago |
| Country | China | Chile |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai | America/Santiago |
| Elevation | 3,556 ft | 1,555 ft |
| Coordinates | 40.850000, 111.820000 | -33.390000, -70.790000 |
Hohhot (HET) to Santiago (SCL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Baita International Airport (HET) in Hohhot, China to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile is 19,154 kilometers (11,902 miles / 10,342 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 24h, flying north northeast at a heading of 16°.
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 China with Chile. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 19:12 in Hohhot, it's 08:12 in Santiago. With a 11-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 2,001 feet between the two airports. Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport sits lower than Baita International Airport.
The return flight from Santiago (SCL) to Hohhot (HET) follows a heading of 345° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Baita International Airport (HET) and Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.