The flight distance from Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile to Thaba-Tseka Airport (THB) in Thaba-Tseka, Lesotho is 9,033 kilometers (5,613 miles / 4,877 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying east southeast at a heading of 120°.

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 Lesotho. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 17:32 in Santiago, it's 22:32 in Thaba-Tseka. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,945 feet between the two airports. Thaba-Tseka 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 Thaba-Tseka (THB) to Santiago (SCL) follows a heading of 236° (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 Thaba-Tseka Airport (THB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.