Airport Comparison
| PEU | SCL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Puerto Lempira Airport | Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport |
| IATA Code | PEU | SCL |
| ICAO Code | MHPL | SCEL |
| City | Puerto Lempira | Santiago |
| Country | Honduras | Chile |
| Timezone | America/Tegucigalpa | America/Santiago |
| Elevation | 25 ft | 1,555 ft |
| Coordinates | 15.260000, -83.780000 | -33.390000, -70.790000 |
Puerto Lempira (PEU) to Santiago (SCL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Puerto Lempira Airport (PEU) in Puerto Lempira, Honduras to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile is 5,583 kilometers (3,469 miles / 3,014 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying south southeast at a heading of 166°.
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 Honduras with Chile. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 16:39 in Puerto Lempira, it's 19:39 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 1,530 feet between the two airports. Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport sits higher than Puerto Lempira Airport.
The return flight from Santiago (SCL) to Puerto Lempira (PEU) follows a heading of 344° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Puerto Lempira Airport (PEU) and Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.