The flight distance from Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile to Thorshofn Airport (THO) in Thorshofn, Iceland is 12,034 kilometers (7,477 miles / 6,498 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying north northeast at a heading of 20°.

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 Iceland. 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 07:08 in Santiago, it's 11:08 in Thorshofn. 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 1,490 feet between the two airports. Thorshofn Airport sits lower than Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport.

The return flight from Thorshofn (THO) to Santiago (SCL) follows a heading of 226° (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 Thorshofn Airport (THO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.