Airport Comparison
| MKR | SCL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Meekatharra Airport | Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport |
| IATA Code | MKR | SCL |
| ICAO Code | YMEK | SCEL |
| City | N/A | Santiago |
| Country | Australia | Chile |
| Timezone | Australia/Perth | America/Santiago |
| Elevation | 1,713 ft | 1,555 ft |
| Coordinates | -26.610000, 118.550000 | -33.390000, -70.790000 |
Meekatharra Airport (MKR) to Santiago (SCL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Meekatharra Airport (MKR) in Meekatharra Airport, Australia to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile is 13,271 kilometers (8,246 miles / 7,166 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying south at a heading of 171°.
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 Australia with Chile. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 04:39 in Meekatharra Airport, it's 17:39 in Santiago. With a 11-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
The return flight from Santiago (SCL) to Meekatharra Airport (MKR) follows a heading of 190° (south). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Meekatharra Airport (MKR) and Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.