The flight distance from Kish International Airport (KIH) in Kish Island, Iran to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile is 14,701 kilometers (9,135 miles / 7,938 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying west southwest at a heading of 248°.

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 Iran 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 10:30 in Kish Island, it's 03:00 in Santiago. With a 7.5-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 1,454 feet between the two airports. Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport sits higher than Kish International Airport.

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