LGA
New York
United States
8,253 km
5,128 miles
SCL
Santiago
Chile
Distance
8,253 km
5,128 mi / 4,456 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
America/New_York
Heading
177°
south

Airport Comparison

LGA SCL
Airport Name Laguardia Airport Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport
IATA Code LGA SCL
ICAO Code KLGA SCEL
City New York Santiago
Country United States Chile
Timezone America/New_York America/Santiago
Elevation 21 ft 1,555 ft
Coordinates 40.780000, -73.870000 -33.390000, -70.790000

New York (LGA) to Santiago (SCL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Laguardia Airport (LGA) in New York, United States to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile is 8,253 kilometers (5,128 miles / 4,456 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying south at a heading of 177°.

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 United States with Chile. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 21:27 in New York, it's 23:27 in Santiago.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,534 feet between the two airports. Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport sits higher than Laguardia Airport.

The return flight from Santiago (SCL) to New York (LGA) follows a heading of 358° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Laguardia Airport (LGA) and Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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