The flight distance from Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile to Sishen Airport (SIS) in Sishen, South Africa is 8,682 kilometers (5,395 miles / 4,688 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east southeast at a heading of 115°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Chile with South Africa. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 01:18 in Santiago, it's 07:18 in Sishen. 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 2,293 feet between the two airports. Sishen Airport sits higher than Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport.

The return flight from Sishen (SIS) 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 Sishen Airport (SIS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.