The flight distance from Nouakchott International Airport (NKC) in Nouakchott, Mauritania to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile is 8,159 kilometers (5,070 miles / 4,406 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying southwest at a heading of 225°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 23:42 in Nouakchott, it's 20:42 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 1,542 feet between the two airports. Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport sits higher than Nouakchott International Airport.

The return flight from Santiago (SCL) to Nouakchott (NKC) follows a heading of 54° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Nouakchott International Airport (NKC) and Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.