The flight distance from Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile to Unst Airport (UNT) in Shetland Islands, United Kingdom is 12,219 kilometers (7,593 miles / 6,598 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying north northeast at a heading of 29°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 14:30 in Santiago, it's 17:30 in Shetland Islands. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,555 feet between the two airports. Unst Airport sits lower than Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport.

The return flight from Shetland Islands (UNT) to Santiago (SCL) follows a heading of 237° (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 Unst Airport (UNT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.