SCL
Santiago
Chile
8,280 km
5,145 miles
TDW
Amarillo
United States
Distance
8,280 km
5,145 mi / 4,471 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
America/Santiago
Heading
334°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

SCL TDW
Airport Name Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport Tradewind Airport
IATA Code SCL TDW
ICAO Code SCEL KTDW
City Santiago Amarillo
Country Chile United States
Timezone America/Santiago America/Chicago
Elevation 1,555 ft 3,649 ft
Coordinates -33.390000, -70.790000 35.170000, -101.830000

Santiago (SCL) to Amarillo (TDW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile to Tradewind Airport (TDW) in Amarillo, United States is 8,280 kilometers (5,145 miles / 4,471 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north northwest at a heading of 334°.

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 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 20:37 in Santiago, it's 17:37 in Amarillo. 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 2,094 feet between the two airports. Tradewind Airport sits higher than Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport.

The return flight from Amarillo (TDW) to Santiago (SCL) follows a heading of 153° (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 Tradewind Airport (TDW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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