Airport Comparison
| SCL | TKX | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport | Takaroa Airport |
| IATA Code | SCL | TKX |
| ICAO Code | SCEL | NTKR |
| City | Santiago | N/A |
| Country | Chile | French Polynesia |
| Timezone | America/Santiago | Pacific/Tahiti |
| Elevation | 1,555 ft | 13 ft |
| Coordinates | -33.390000, -70.790000 | -14.460000, -145.020000 |
Santiago (SCL) to Takaroa Airport (TKX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile to Takaroa Airport (TKX) in Takaroa Airport, French Polynesia is 7,681 kilometers (4,773 miles / 4,147 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying west at a heading of 266°.
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 French Polynesia. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 23:18 in Santiago, it's 16:18 in Takaroa Airport. With a 7-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,542 feet between the two airports. Takaroa Airport sits lower than Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport.
The return flight from Takaroa Airport (TKX) to Santiago (SCL) follows a heading of 121° (east 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 Takaroa Airport (TKX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.