The flight distance from Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile to Friedman Memorial Airport (SUN) in Hailey, United States is 9,622 kilometers (5,979 miles / 5,196 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north northwest at a heading of 330°.

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 12:00 in Santiago, it's 08:00 in Hailey. 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 3,765 feet between the two airports. Friedman Memorial Airport sits higher than Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Hailey (SUN) to Santiago (SCL) follows a heading of 145° (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 Friedman Memorial Airport (SUN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.