Airport Comparison
| POS | SCL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Piarco International Airport | Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport |
| IATA Code | POS | SCL |
| ICAO Code | TTPP | SCEL |
| City | Port of Spain | Santiago |
| Country | Trinidad and Tobago | Chile |
| Timezone | America/Port_of_Spain | America/Santiago |
| Elevation | 58 ft | 1,555 ft |
| Coordinates | 10.600000, -61.340000 | -33.390000, -70.790000 |
Port of Spain (POS) to Santiago (SCL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Piarco International Airport (POS) in Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile is 4,993 kilometers (3,102 miles / 2,696 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying south at a heading of 191°.
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 Trinidad and Tobago 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 01:13 in Port of Spain, it's 02:13 in Santiago.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,497 feet between the two airports. Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport sits higher than Piarco International Airport.
The return flight from Santiago (SCL) to Port of Spain (POS) 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 Piarco International Airport (POS) and Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.