Airport Comparison
| SCL | SKG | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport | Thessaloniki Macedonia International Airport |
| IATA Code | SCL | SKG |
| ICAO Code | SCEL | LGTS |
| City | Santiago | Thessaloniki |
| Country | Chile | Greece |
| Timezone | America/Santiago | Europe/Athens |
| Elevation | 1,555 ft | 22 ft |
| Coordinates | -33.390000, -70.790000 | 40.520000, 22.970000 |
Santiago (SCL) to Thessaloniki (SKG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile to Thessaloniki Macedonia International Airport (SKG) in Thessaloniki, Greece is 12,624 kilometers (7,844 miles / 6,816 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying northeast at a heading of 56°.
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 Greece. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 08:30 in Santiago, it's 13:30 in Thessaloniki. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,533 feet between the two airports. Thessaloniki Macedonia International Airport sits lower than Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport.
The return flight from Thessaloniki (SKG) to Santiago (SCL) follows a heading of 245° (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 Thessaloniki Macedonia International Airport (SKG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.