Airport Comparison
| SCL | TGM | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport | Transilvania Targu Mures International Airport |
| IATA Code | SCL | TGM |
| ICAO Code | SCEL | LRTM |
| City | Santiago | Targu Mures |
| Country | Chile | Romania |
| Timezone | America/Santiago | Europe/Bucharest |
| Elevation | 1,555 ft | 963 ft |
| Coordinates | -33.390000, -70.790000 | 46.470000, 24.410000 |
Santiago (SCL) to Targu Mures (TGM) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile to Transilvania Targu Mures International Airport (TGM) in Targu Mures, Romania is 12,989 kilometers (8,071 miles / 7,014 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying northeast at a heading of 50°.
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 Romania. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 00:23 in Santiago, it's 05:23 in Targu Mures. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
The return flight from Targu Mures (TGM) to Santiago (SCL) follows a heading of 249° (west southwest). 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 Transilvania Targu Mures International Airport (TGM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.