Airport Comparison
| SCL | SPN | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport | Francisco C Ada/Saipan International Airport |
| IATA Code | SCL | SPN |
| ICAO Code | SCEL | PGSN |
| City | Santiago | Saipan Island |
| Country | Chile | MP |
| Timezone | America/Santiago | Pacific/Saipan |
| Elevation | 1,555 ft | 214 ft |
| Coordinates | -33.390000, -70.790000 | 15.120000, 145.730000 |
Santiago (SCL) to Saipan Island (SPN) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile to Francisco C Ada/Saipan International Airport (SPN) in Saipan Island, MP is 15,824 kilometers (9,833 miles / 8,544 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying west southwest at a heading of 250°.
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 MP. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 09:38 in Santiago, it's 22:38 in Saipan Island. With a 13-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 1,341 feet between the two airports. Francisco C Ada/Saipan International Airport sits lower than Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport.
The return flight from Saipan Island (SPN) to Santiago (SCL) follows a heading of 126° (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 Francisco C Ada/Saipan International Airport (SPN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.