Airport Comparison
| MQD | SCL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Maquinchao Airport | Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport |
| IATA Code | MQD | SCL |
| ICAO Code | SAVQ | SCEL |
| City | Maquinchao | Santiago |
| Country | Argentina | Chile |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Salta | America/Santiago |
| Elevation | 2,912 ft | 1,555 ft |
| Coordinates | -41.240000, -68.710000 | -33.390000, -70.790000 |
Maquinchao (MQD) to Santiago (SCL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Maquinchao Airport (MQD) in Maquinchao, Argentina to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile is 892 kilometers (554 miles / 482 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying north northwest at a heading of 347°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
This is an international route connecting Argentina with Chile. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 04:32 in Maquinchao, it's 04:32 in Santiago.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,357 feet between the two airports. Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport sits lower than Maquinchao Airport.
The return flight from Santiago (SCL) to Maquinchao (MQD) follows a heading of 169° (south southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Maquinchao Airport (MQD) and Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.