The flight distance from Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile to St Michael Airport (SMK) in St Michael, United States is 13,351 kilometers (8,296 miles / 7,209 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying north northwest at a heading of 329°.

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 United States. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 03:07 in Santiago, it's 21:07 in St Michael. 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 1,457 feet between the two airports. St Michael Airport sits lower than Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport.

The return flight from St Michael (SMK) to Santiago (SCL) follows a heading of 105° (east southeast). 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 St Michael Airport (SMK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.