Airport Comparison
| SCL | TDK | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport | Taldykorgan Airport |
| IATA Code | SCL | TDK |
| ICAO Code | SCEL | UAAT |
| City | Santiago | Taldy Kurgan |
| Country | Chile | Kazakhstan |
| Timezone | America/Santiago | Asia/Almaty |
| Elevation | 1,555 ft | 1,944 ft |
| Coordinates | -33.390000, -70.790000 | 45.130000, 78.450000 |
Santiago (SCL) to Taldy Kurgan (TDK) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile to Taldykorgan Airport (TDK) in Taldy Kurgan, Kazakhstan is 17,087 kilometers (10,617 miles / 9,226 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying northeast at a heading of 54°.
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 Kazakhstan. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 17:05 in Santiago, it's 01:05 in Taldy Kurgan. With a 8-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
The return flight from Taldy Kurgan (TDK) to Santiago (SCL) follows a heading of 286° (west northwest). 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 Taldykorgan Airport (TDK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.