Airport Comparison
| SCL | SGN | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport | Tan Son Nhat International Airport |
| IATA Code | SCL | SGN |
| ICAO Code | SCEL | VVTS |
| City | Santiago | Ho Chi Minh City |
| Country | Chile | Vietnam |
| Timezone | America/Santiago | Asia/Ho_Chi_Minh |
| Elevation | 1,555 ft | 33 ft |
| Coordinates | -33.390000, -70.790000 | 10.820000, 106.650000 |
Santiago (SCL) to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam is 17,492 kilometers (10,869 miles / 9,445 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 22h, flying south at a heading of 173°.
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 Vietnam. 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 07:57 in Santiago, it's 17:57 in Ho Chi Minh City. With a 10-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 1,522 feet between the two airports. Tan Son Nhat International Airport sits lower than Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport.
The return flight from Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) to Santiago (SCL) follows a heading of 186° (south). 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 Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.