The flight distance from Juan Mendoza Airport (ORU) in Oruro, Bolivia to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile is 1,755 kilometers (1,091 miles / 948 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying south southwest at a heading of 191°.

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 Bolivia with Chile. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 16:58 in Oruro, it's 17:58 in Santiago.

There is a significant elevation difference of 10,597 feet between the two airports. Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport sits lower than Juan Mendoza Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Santiago (SCL) to Oruro (ORU) follows a heading of 13° (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 Juan Mendoza Airport (ORU) and Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.