Airport Comparison
| RMF | SCL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Marsa Alam International Airport | Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport |
| IATA Code | RMF | SCL |
| ICAO Code | HEMA | SCEL |
| City | Marsa Alam | Santiago |
| Country | Egypt | Chile |
| Timezone | Africa/Cairo | America/Santiago |
| Elevation | 251 ft | 1,555 ft |
| Coordinates | 25.560000, 34.580000 | -33.390000, -70.790000 |
Marsa Alam (RMF) to Santiago (SCL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Marsa Alam International Airport (RMF) in Marsa Alam, Egypt to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile is 12,890 kilometers (8,009 miles / 6,960 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying west southwest at a heading of 244°.
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 Egypt with Chile. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 23:39 in Marsa Alam, it's 18:39 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 1,304 feet between the two airports. Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport sits higher than Marsa Alam International Airport.
The return flight from Santiago (SCL) to Marsa Alam (RMF) follows a heading of 75° (east 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 Marsa Alam International Airport (RMF) and Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.