Airport Comparison
| SCL | USM | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport | Samui Airport |
| IATA Code | SCL | USM |
| ICAO Code | SCEL | VTSM |
| City | Santiago | Na Thon (Ko Samui Island) |
| Country | Chile | Thailand |
| Timezone | America/Santiago | Asia/Bangkok |
| Elevation | 1,555 ft | 64 ft |
| Coordinates | -33.390000, -70.790000 | 9.550000, 100.060000 |
Santiago (SCL) to Na Thon (Ko Samui Island) (USM) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile to Samui Airport (USM) in Na Thon (Ko Samui Island), Thailand is 17,204 kilometers (10,690 miles / 9,289 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying south southeast at a heading of 158°.
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 Thailand. 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 06:36 in Santiago, it's 16:36 in Na Thon (Ko Samui Island). With a 10-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 1,491 feet between the two airports. Samui Airport sits lower than Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport.
The return flight from Na Thon (Ko Samui Island) (USM) to Santiago (SCL) follows a heading of 198° (south 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 Samui Airport (USM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.