The flight distance from Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile is 13,336 kilometers (8,286 miles / 7,201 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying west southwest at a heading of 254°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting Latvia with Chile. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 07:55 in Riga, it's 02:55 in Santiago. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,519 feet between the two airports. Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport sits higher than Riga International Airport.

The return flight from Santiago (SCL) to Riga (RIX) follows a heading of 39° (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 Riga International Airport (RIX) and Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.