SCL
Santiago
Chile
6,825 km
4,241 miles
TAM
Tampico
Mexico
Distance
6,825 km
4,241 mi / 3,685 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
America/Santiago
Heading
331°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

SCL TAM
Airport Name Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport General Francisco Javier Mina International Airport
IATA Code SCL TAM
ICAO Code SCEL MMTM
City Santiago Tampico
Country Chile Mexico
Timezone America/Santiago America/Mexico_City
Elevation 1,555 ft 80 ft
Coordinates -33.390000, -70.790000 22.300000, -97.870000

Santiago (SCL) to Tampico (TAM) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile to General Francisco Javier Mina International Airport (TAM) in Tampico, Mexico is 6,825 kilometers (4,241 miles / 3,685 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying north northwest at a heading of 331°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Chile with Mexico. 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 14:06 in Santiago, it's 11:06 in Tampico. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,475 feet between the two airports. General Francisco Javier Mina International Airport sits lower than Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport.

The return flight from Tampico (TAM) to Santiago (SCL) follows a heading of 154° (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 General Francisco Javier Mina International Airport (TAM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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