The flight distance from Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile to Kuito Airport (SVP) in Kuito, Angola is 9,046 kilometers (5,621 miles / 4,885 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying east at a heading of 99°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 04:53 in Santiago, it's 08:53 in Kuito. 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 4,063 feet between the two airports. Kuito 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 Kuito (SVP) to Santiago (SCL) follows a heading of 238° (west 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 Kuito Airport (SVP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.