The flight distance from Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile to Santa Maria Airport (SMA) in Vila do Porto, Portugal is 9,141 kilometers (5,680 miles / 4,936 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northeast at a heading of 35°.

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 Portugal. 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 06:20 in Santiago, it's 10:20 in Vila do Porto. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,247 feet between the two airports. Santa Maria Airport sits lower than Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport.

The return flight from Vila do Porto (SMA) to Santiago (SCL) follows a heading of 217° (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 Santa Maria Airport (SMA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.