The flight distance from Sam Neua Airport (NEU) in Sam Neua Airport, Laos to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile is 18,486 kilometers (11,487 miles / 9,982 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 23h, flying south southwest at a heading of 198°.

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 Laos with Chile. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 22:56 in Sam Neua Airport, it's 12:56 in Santiago. With a 10-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,726 feet between the two airports. Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport sits lower than Sam Neua Airport.

The return flight from Santiago (SCL) to Sam Neua Airport (NEU) follows a heading of 159° (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 Sam Neua Airport (NEU) and Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.