The flight distance from Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile to Socotra International Airport (SCT) in Socotra Islands, Yemen is 13,982 kilometers (8,688 miles / 7,550 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying east at a heading of 99°.

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 Yemen. 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 10:26 in Santiago, it's 16:26 in Socotra Islands. With a 6-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 1,409 feet between the two airports. Socotra International Airport sits lower than Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport.

The return flight from Socotra Islands (SCT) to Santiago (SCL) follows a heading of 238° (west southwest). 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 Socotra International Airport (SCT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.