Airport Comparison
| SCL | TLV | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport | Ben Gurion International Airport |
| IATA Code | SCL | TLV |
| ICAO Code | SCEL | LLBG |
| City | Santiago | Tel Aviv |
| Country | Chile | Israel |
| Timezone | America/Santiago | Asia/Jerusalem |
| Elevation | 1,555 ft | 135 ft |
| Coordinates | -33.390000, -70.790000 | 32.010000, 34.890000 |
Santiago (SCL) to Tel Aviv (TLV) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) in Tel Aviv, Israel is 13,219 kilometers (8,214 miles / 7,138 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying east northeast at a heading of 69°.
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 Israel. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 04:04 in Santiago, it's 09:04 in Tel Aviv. 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 1,420 feet between the two airports. Ben Gurion International Airport sits lower than Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport.
The return flight from Tel Aviv (TLV) to Santiago (SCL) follows a heading of 247° (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 Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.