Airport Comparison
| MLZ | SCL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Cerro Largo International Airport | Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport |
| IATA Code | MLZ | SCL |
| ICAO Code | SUMO | SCEL |
| City | Melo | Santiago |
| Country | Uruguay | Chile |
| Timezone | America/Montevideo | America/Santiago |
| Elevation | 364 ft | 1,555 ft |
| Coordinates | -32.340000, -54.220000 | -33.390000, -70.790000 |
Melo (MLZ) to Santiago (SCL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Cerro Largo International Airport (MLZ) in Melo, Uruguay to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile is 1,550 kilometers (963 miles / 837 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying west at a heading of 261°.
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 Uruguay with Chile. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 19:59 in Melo, it's 19:59 in Santiago.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,191 feet between the two airports. Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport sits higher than Cerro Largo International Airport.
The return flight from Santiago (SCL) to Melo (MLZ) follows a heading of 90° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Cerro Largo International Airport (MLZ) and Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.