Airport Comparison
| SCL | SDU | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport | Santos Dumont Airport |
| IATA Code | SCL | SDU |
| ICAO Code | SCEL | SBRJ |
| City | Santiago | Rio De Janeiro |
| Country | Chile | Brazil |
| Timezone | America/Santiago | America/Sao_Paulo |
| Elevation | 1,555 ft | 11 ft |
| Coordinates | -33.390000, -70.790000 | -22.910000, -43.160000 |
Santiago (SCL) to Rio De Janeiro (SDU) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile to Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil is 2,937 kilometers (1,825 miles / 1,586 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying east northeast at a heading of 74°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is an international route connecting Chile with Brazil. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 18:09 in Santiago, it's 18:09 in Rio De Janeiro.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,544 feet between the two airports. Santos Dumont Airport sits lower than Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport.
The return flight from Rio De Janeiro (SDU) to Santiago (SCL) follows a heading of 241° (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 Santos Dumont Airport (SDU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.