The flight distance from Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile to Ukunda Airstrip (UKA) in Ukunda, Kenya is 11,608 kilometers (7,213 miles / 6,268 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying east southeast at a heading of 105°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 04:18 in Santiago, it's 10:18 in Ukunda. With a 6-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 1,457 feet between the two airports. Ukunda Airstrip sits lower than Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport.

The return flight from Ukunda (UKA) to Santiago (SCL) follows a heading of 234° (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 Ukunda Airstrip (UKA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.