SCL
Santiago
Chile
5,826 km
3,620 miles
TAP
Tapachula
Mexico
Distance
5,826 km
3,620 mi / 3,146 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
America/Santiago
Heading
333°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

SCL TAP
Airport Name Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport Tapachula International Airport
IATA Code SCL TAP
ICAO Code SCEL MMTP
City Santiago Tapachula
Country Chile Mexico
Timezone America/Santiago America/Mexico_City
Elevation 1,555 ft 97 ft
Coordinates -33.390000, -70.790000 14.790000, -92.370000

Santiago (SCL) to Tapachula (TAP) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile to Tapachula International Airport (TAP) in Tapachula, Mexico is 5,826 kilometers (3,620 miles / 3,146 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying north northwest at a heading of 333°.

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 09:10 in Santiago, it's 06:10 in Tapachula. 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 1,458 feet between the two airports. Tapachula International Airport sits lower than Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport.

The return flight from Tapachula (TAP) to Santiago (SCL) follows a heading of 157° (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 Tapachula International Airport (TAP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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