The flight distance from Al Udeid Air Base (IUD) in Ar Rayyan, Qatar to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile is 14,394 kilometers (8,944 miles / 7,772 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying west southwest at a heading of 246°.

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 Qatar 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 11:57 in Ar Rayyan, it's 05:57 in Santiago. With a 6-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 1,425 feet between the two airports. Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport sits higher than Al Udeid Air Base.

The return flight from Santiago (SCL) to Ar Rayyan (IUD) follows a heading of 83° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Al Udeid Air Base (IUD) and Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.