The flight distance from Juan Simons Vela Airport (RIJ) in Rioja, Peru to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile is 3,108 kilometers (1,931 miles / 1,678 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying south southeast at a heading of 169°.

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 Peru with Chile. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 16:27 in Rioja, it's 17:27 in Santiago.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,152 feet between the two airports. Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport sits lower than Juan Simons Vela Airport.

The return flight from Santiago (SCL) to Rioja (RIJ) follows a heading of 346° (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 Juan Simons Vela Airport (RIJ) and Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.