Airport Comparison
| MCR | SCL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Melchor de Mencos Airport | Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport |
| IATA Code | MCR | SCL |
| ICAO Code | MGMM | SCEL |
| City | Melchor de Mencos | Santiago |
| Country | Guatemala | Chile |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala | America/Santiago |
| Elevation | 4,670 ft | 1,555 ft |
| Coordinates | 17.070000, -89.150000 | -33.390000, -70.790000 |
Melchor de Mencos (MCR) to Santiago (SCL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Melchor de Mencos Airport (MCR) in Melchor de Mencos, Guatemala to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile is 5,940 kilometers (3,691 miles / 3,207 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying south southeast at a heading of 161°.
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 Guatemala 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 04:55 in Melchor de Mencos, it's 07:55 in Santiago. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,115 feet between the two airports. Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport sits lower than Melchor de Mencos Airport.
The return flight from Santiago (SCL) to Melchor de Mencos (MCR) follows a heading of 338° (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 Melchor de Mencos Airport (MCR) and Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.