Airport Comparison
| KIA | SCL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Kaieteur International Airport | Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport |
| IATA Code | KIA | SCL |
| ICAO Code | PKSA | SCEL |
| City | Kaieteur Falls | Santiago |
| Country | Guyana | Chile |
| Timezone | America/Guyana | America/Santiago |
| Elevation | 0 ft | 1,555 ft |
| Coordinates | 5.170000, -59.490000 | -33.390000, -70.790000 |
Kaieteur Falls (KIA) to Santiago (SCL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Kaieteur International Airport (KIA) in Kaieteur Falls, Guyana to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile is 4,450 kilometers (2,765 miles / 2,403 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying south southwest at a heading of 195°.
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 Guyana with Chile. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 09:30 in Kaieteur Falls, it's 10:30 in Santiago.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,555 feet between the two airports. Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport sits higher than Kaieteur International Airport.
The return flight from Santiago (SCL) to Kaieteur Falls (KIA) follows a heading of 18° (north 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 Kaieteur International Airport (KIA) and Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.