Airport Comparison
| PUX | SCL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | El Mirador Airport | Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport |
| IATA Code | PUX | SCL |
| ICAO Code | SCPV | SCEL |
| City | Puerto Varas | Santiago |
| Country | Chile | Chile |
| Timezone | America/Santiago | America/Santiago |
| Elevation | 430 ft | 1,555 ft |
| Coordinates | -41.350000, -72.950000 | -33.390000, -70.790000 |
Puerto Varas (PUX) to Santiago (SCL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from El Mirador Airport (PUX) in Puerto Varas, Chile to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile is 905 kilometers (563 miles / 489 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying north northeast at a heading of 13°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
This is a domestic route within Chile. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.
Time zone information: When it's 19:48 in Puerto Varas, it's 19:48 in Santiago.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,125 feet between the two airports. Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport sits higher than El Mirador Airport.
The return flight from Santiago (SCL) to Puerto Varas (PUX) follows a heading of 192° (south southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the El Mirador Airport (PUX) and Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.