The flight distance from Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile to Jacqueline Cochran Regional Airport (TRM) in Palm Springs, United States is 8,831 kilometers (5,487 miles / 4,768 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northwest at a heading of 323°.

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 United States. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 06:36 in Santiago, it's 01:36 in Palm Springs. 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 1,669 feet between the two airports. Jacqueline Cochran Regional Airport sits lower than Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport.

The return flight from Palm Springs (TRM) to Santiago (SCL) follows a heading of 143° (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 Jacqueline Cochran Regional Airport (TRM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.