The flight distance from Jeki Airstrip (JEK) in Lower Zambezi National Park, Zambia to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile is 9,987 kilometers (6,205 miles / 5,392 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying southwest at a heading of 235°.

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 Zambia 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 03:43 in Lower Zambezi National Park, it's 22:43 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 2,907 feet between the two airports. Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport sits lower than Jeki Airstrip.

The return flight from Santiago (SCL) to Lower Zambezi National Park (JEK) follows a heading of 109° (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 Jeki Airstrip (JEK) and Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.