The flight distance from Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile to Mcchord Field (Joint Base Lewis-Mcchord) Airport (TCM) in Tacoma, United States is 10,335 kilometers (6,422 miles / 5,580 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying north northwest at a heading of 328°.

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 22:17 in Santiago, it's 19:17 in Tacoma. 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 1,233 feet between the two airports. Mcchord Field (Joint Base Lewis-Mcchord) Airport sits lower than Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport.

The return flight from Tacoma (TCM) to Santiago (SCL) follows a heading of 139° (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 Mcchord Field (Joint Base Lewis-Mcchord) Airport (TCM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.