Airport Comparison
| LIX | SCL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Likoma Island Airport | Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport |
| IATA Code | LIX | SCL |
| ICAO Code | FWLK | SCEL |
| City | Likoma Island | Santiago |
| Country | Malawi | Chile |
| Timezone | Africa/Blantyre | America/Santiago |
| Elevation | 1,600 ft | 1,555 ft |
| Coordinates | -12.080000, 34.730000 | -33.390000, -70.790000 |
Likoma Island (LIX) to Santiago (SCL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Likoma Island Airport (LIX) in Likoma Island, Malawi to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile is 10,667 kilometers (6,628 miles / 5,760 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying southwest at a heading of 234°.
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 Malawi with Chile. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 20:36 in Likoma Island, it's 15:36 in Santiago. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
The return flight from Santiago (SCL) to Likoma Island (LIX) follows a heading of 109° (east southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Likoma Island Airport (LIX) and Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.