The flight distance from Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile to Xiguan Airport (SIA) in Xi'an, China is 19,905 kilometers (12,368 miles / 10,748 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 24h, flying north at a heading of 4°.

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 China. 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 23:37 in Santiago, it's 11:37 in Xi'an. With a 12-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 1,555 feet between the two airports. Xiguan Airport sits lower than Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport.

The return flight from Xi'an (SIA) to Santiago (SCL) follows a heading of 356° (north). 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 Xiguan Airport (SIA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.