The flight distance from Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile to Solwesi Airport (SLI) in Solwesi, Zambia is 9,917 kilometers (6,162 miles / 5,354 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying east southeast at a heading of 104°.

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 Zambia. 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 08:02 in Santiago, it's 14:02 in Solwesi. 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 2,996 feet between the two airports. Solwesi Airport sits higher than Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport.

The return flight from Solwesi (SLI) to Santiago (SCL) follows a heading of 236° (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 Solwesi Airport (SLI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.