The flight distance from Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile to Tambolaka Airport (TMC) in Waikabubak-Sumba Island, Indonesia is 15,139 kilometers (9,407 miles / 8,174 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying south southwest at a heading of 194°.

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 Indonesia. 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 12:46 in Santiago, it's 23:46 in Waikabubak-Sumba Island. With a 11-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 1,394 feet between the two airports. Tambolaka Airport sits lower than Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport.

The return flight from Waikabubak-Sumba Island (TMC) to Santiago (SCL) follows a heading of 168° (south 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 Tambolaka Airport (TMC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.