Airport Comparison
| LTX | SCL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Cotopaxi International Airport | Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport |
| IATA Code | LTX | SCL |
| ICAO Code | SELT | SCEL |
| City | Latacunga | Santiago |
| Country | Ecuador | Chile |
| Timezone | America/Guayaquil | America/Santiago |
| Elevation | 9,205 ft | 1,555 ft |
| Coordinates | -0.910000, -78.620000 | -33.390000, -70.790000 |
Latacunga (LTX) to Santiago (SCL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Cotopaxi International Airport (LTX) in Latacunga, Ecuador to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile is 3,703 kilometers (2,301 miles / 1,999 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying south southeast at a heading of 168°.
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 Ecuador with Chile. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 04:43 in Latacunga, it's 06:43 in Santiago.
There is a significant elevation difference of 7,650 feet between the two airports. Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport sits lower than Cotopaxi International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Santiago (SCL) to Latacunga (LTX) follows a heading of 346° (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 Cotopaxi International Airport (LTX) and Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.