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Airport Comparison
| RIG | SCL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Rio Grande Airport | Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport |
| IATA Code | RIG | SCL |
| ICAO Code | SJRG | SCEL |
| City | Rio Grande | Santiago |
| Country | Brazil | Chile |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | America/Santiago |
| Elevation | 27 ft | 1,555 ft |
| Coordinates | -32.080000, -52.160000 | -33.390000, -70.790000 |
Rio Grande (RIG) to Santiago (SCL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Rio Grande Airport (RIG) in Rio Grande, Brazil to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile is 1,746 kilometers (1,085 miles / 943 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying west at a heading of 260°.
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 Brazil with Chile. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 09:43 in Rio Grande, it's 08:43 in Santiago.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,528 feet between the two airports. Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport sits higher than Rio Grande Airport.
The return flight from Santiago (SCL) to Rio Grande (RIG) follows a heading of 90° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Rio Grande Airport (RIG) and Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.
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