Airport Comparison
| SCL | SPF | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport | Black Hills-Clyde Ice Field |
| IATA Code | SCL | SPF |
| ICAO Code | SCEL | KSPF |
| City | Santiago | Spearfish |
| Country | Chile | United States |
| Timezone | America/Santiago | America/Denver |
| Elevation | 1,555 ft | 3,933 ft |
| Coordinates | -33.390000, -70.790000 | 44.480000, -103.790000 |
Santiago (SCL) to Spearfish (SPF) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile to Black Hills-Clyde Ice Field (SPF) in Spearfish, United States is 9,280 kilometers (5,766 miles / 5,011 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north northwest at a heading of 337°.
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 08:50 in Santiago, it's 04:50 in Spearfish. 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 2,378 feet between the two airports. Black Hills-Clyde Ice Field sits higher than Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport.
The return flight from Spearfish (SPF) to Santiago (SCL) follows a heading of 153° (south 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 Black Hills-Clyde Ice Field (SPF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.