Airport Comparison
| LAO | SCL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Laoag International Airport | Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport |
| IATA Code | LAO | SCL |
| ICAO Code | RPLI | SCEL |
| City | Laoag City | Santiago |
| Country | Philippines | Chile |
| Timezone | Asia/Manila | America/Santiago |
| Elevation | 25 ft | 1,555 ft |
| Coordinates | 18.180000, 120.530000 | -33.390000, -70.790000 |
Laoag City (LAO) to Santiago (SCL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Laoag International Airport (LAO) in Laoag City, Philippines to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile is 17,983 kilometers (11,174 miles / 9,710 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 22h, flying south southeast at a heading of 148°.
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 Philippines 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 23:31 in Laoag City, it's 12:31 in Santiago. With a 11-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 1,530 feet between the two airports. Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport sits higher than Laoag International Airport.
The return flight from Santiago (SCL) to Laoag City (LAO) follows a heading of 216° (southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Laoag International Airport (LAO) and Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.