The flight distance from Illesheim Air Base (ILH) in Illesheim Air Base, Germany to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile is 12,185 kilometers (7,571 miles / 6,579 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying west southwest at a heading of 241°.

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 Germany 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 09:45 in Illesheim Air Base, it's 05:45 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 Illesheim Air Base (ILH) follows a heading of 43° (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 Illesheim Air Base (ILH) and Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.