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Airport Comparison
| MCH | SCL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | General Manuel Serrano Airport | Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport |
| IATA Code | MCH | SCL |
| ICAO Code | SEMH | SCEL |
| City | Machala | Santiago |
| Country | Ecuador | Chile |
| Timezone | America/Guayaquil | America/Santiago |
| Elevation | 11 ft | 1,555 ft |
| Coordinates | -3.270000, -79.960000 | -33.390000, -70.790000 |
Machala (MCH) to Santiago (SCL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from General Manuel Serrano Airport (MCH) in Machala, Ecuador to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile is 3,482 kilometers (2,164 miles / 1,880 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying south southeast at a heading of 165°.
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 00:52 in Machala, it's 01:52 in Santiago.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,544 feet between the two airports. Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport sits higher than General Manuel Serrano Airport.
The return flight from Santiago (SCL) to Machala (MCH) follows a heading of 342° (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 General Manuel Serrano Airport (MCH) and Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.
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