Airport Comparison
| RGA | SCL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Hermes Quijada International Airport | Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport |
| IATA Code | RGA | SCL |
| ICAO Code | SAWE | SCEL |
| City | Rio Grande | Santiago |
| Country | Argentina | Chile |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Ushuaia | America/Santiago |
| Elevation | 65 ft | 1,555 ft |
| Coordinates | -53.780000, -67.750000 | -33.390000, -70.790000 |
Rio Grande (RGA) to Santiago (SCL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Hermes Quijada International Airport (RGA) in Rio Grande, Argentina to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile is 2,280 kilometers (1,417 miles / 1,231 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying north at a heading of 353°.
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 Argentina with Chile. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 05:57 in Rio Grande, it's 05:57 in Santiago.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,490 feet between the two airports. Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport sits higher than Hermes Quijada International Airport.
The return flight from Santiago (SCL) to Rio Grande (RGA) follows a heading of 175° (south). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Hermes Quijada International Airport (RGA) and Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.