SCL
Santiago
Chile
8,812 km
5,476 miles
TEX
Telluride
United States
Distance
8,812 km
5,476 mi / 4,758 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-4h
America/Santiago
Heading
331°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

SCL TEX
Airport Name Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport Telluride Regional Airport
IATA Code SCL TEX
ICAO Code SCEL KTEX
City Santiago Telluride
Country Chile United States
Timezone America/Santiago America/Denver
Elevation 1,555 ft 9,070 ft
Coordinates -33.390000, -70.790000 37.950000, -107.910000

Santiago (SCL) to Telluride (TEX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile to Telluride Regional Airport (TEX) in Telluride, United States is 8,812 kilometers (5,476 miles / 4,758 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, 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 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 12:23 in Santiago, it's 08:23 in Telluride. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 7,515 feet between the two airports. Telluride Regional Airport sits higher than Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Telluride (TEX) to Santiago (SCL) follows a heading of 149° (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 Telluride Regional Airport (TEX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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