The flight distance from Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile to Aktau International Airport (SCO) in Aktau, Kazakhstan is 14,941 kilometers (9,284 miles / 8,068 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying east northeast at a heading of 59°.

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 Chile with Kazakhstan. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 03:47 in Santiago, it's 11:47 in Aktau. With a 8-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,480 feet between the two airports. Aktau International Airport sits lower than Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport.

The return flight from Aktau (SCO) to Santiago (SCL) follows a heading of 263° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) and Aktau International Airport (SCO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.