The flight distance from Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile to Tirana International Airport Mother Teresa (TIA) in Tirana, Albania is 12,419 kilometers (7,717 miles / 6,706 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying northeast at a heading of 54°.

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 Albania. 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 04:36 in Santiago, it's 08:36 in Tirana. 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 1,429 feet between the two airports. Tirana International Airport Mother Teresa sits lower than Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport.

The return flight from Tirana (TIA) to Santiago (SCL) follows a heading of 244° (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 Tirana International Airport Mother Teresa (TIA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.