Airport Comparison
| SCL | SDT | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport | Saidu Sharif Airport |
| IATA Code | SCL | SDT |
| ICAO Code | SCEL | OPSS |
| City | Santiago | Saidu Sharif |
| Country | Chile | Pakistan |
| Timezone | America/Santiago | Asia/Karachi |
| Elevation | 1,555 ft | 3,183 ft |
| Coordinates | -33.390000, -70.790000 | 34.810000, 72.350000 |
Santiago (SCL) to Saidu Sharif (SDT) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile to Saidu Sharif Airport (SDT) in Saidu Sharif, Pakistan is 16,637 kilometers (10,337 miles / 8,983 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying east northeast at a heading of 77°.
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 Pakistan. 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 18:15 in Santiago, it's 02:15 in Saidu Sharif. 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 1,628 feet between the two airports. Saidu Sharif Airport sits higher than Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport.
The return flight from Saidu Sharif (SDT) to Santiago (SCL) follows a heading of 262° (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 Saidu Sharif Airport (SDT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.