Airport Comparison
| LIM | SCL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Jorge Chavez International Airport | Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport |
| IATA Code | LIM | SCL |
| ICAO Code | SPJC | SCEL |
| City | Lima | Santiago |
| Country | Peru | Chile |
| Timezone | America/Lima | America/Santiago |
| Elevation | 113 ft | 1,555 ft |
| Coordinates | -12.020000, -77.110000 | -33.390000, -70.790000 |
Lima (LIM) to Santiago (SCL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) in Lima, Peru to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile is 2,462 kilometers (1,530 miles / 1,329 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying south southeast at a heading of 166°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is an international route connecting Peru with Chile. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 00:55 in Lima, it's 02:55 in Santiago.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,442 feet between the two airports. Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport sits higher than Jorge Chavez International Airport.
The return flight from Santiago (SCL) to Lima (LIM) follows a heading of 343° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) and Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.