Airport Comparison
| NRL | SCL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | North Ronaldsay Airport | Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport |
| IATA Code | NRL | SCL |
| ICAO Code | EGEN | SCEL |
| City | North Ronaldsay | Santiago |
| Country | United Kingdom | Chile |
| Timezone | Europe/London | America/Santiago |
| Elevation | 40 ft | 1,555 ft |
| Coordinates | 59.370000, -2.430000 | -33.390000, -70.790000 |
North Ronaldsay (NRL) to Santiago (SCL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from North Ronaldsay Airport (NRL) in North Ronaldsay, United Kingdom to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile is 12,060 kilometers (7,494 miles / 6,512 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying southwest at a heading of 235°.
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 United Kingdom with Chile. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 01:46 in North Ronaldsay, it's 22:46 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 1,515 feet between the two airports. Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport sits higher than North Ronaldsay Airport.
The return flight from Santiago (SCL) to North Ronaldsay (NRL) follows a heading of 30° (north 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 North Ronaldsay Airport (NRL) and Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.