Airport Comparison
| JPA | SCL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Presidente Castro Pinto Airport | Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport |
| IATA Code | JPA | SCL |
| ICAO Code | SBJP | SCEL |
| City | Joao Pessoa | Santiago |
| Country | Brazil | Chile |
| Timezone | America/Fortaleza | America/Santiago |
| Elevation | 217 ft | 1,555 ft |
| Coordinates | -7.150000, -34.950000 | -33.390000, -70.790000 |
Joao Pessoa (JPA) to Santiago (SCL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Presidente Castro Pinto Airport (JPA) in Joao Pessoa, Brazil to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile is 4,699 kilometers (2,920 miles / 2,537 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying southwest at a heading of 227°.
This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.
This is an international route connecting Brazil with Chile. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 01:23 in Joao Pessoa, it's 01:23 in Santiago.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,338 feet between the two airports. Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport sits higher than Presidente Castro Pinto Airport.
The return flight from Santiago (SCL) to Joao Pessoa (JPA) follows a heading of 60° (east 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 Presidente Castro Pinto Airport (JPA) and Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.