The flight distance from Kuqa Airport (KCA) in Kuqa, China to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile is 17,537 kilometers (10,897 miles / 9,469 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 22h, flying west northwest at a heading of 283°.

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 12:57 in Kuqa, it's 00:57 in Santiago. With a 12-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 1,969 feet between the two airports. Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport sits lower than Kuqa Airport.

The return flight from Santiago (SCL) to Kuqa (KCA) 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 Kuqa Airport (KCA) and Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.