Airport Comparison
| SCL | VAH | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport | Capitan Av. Vidal Villagomez Toledo Airport |
| IATA Code | SCL | VAH |
| ICAO Code | SCEL | SLVG |
| City | Santiago | Vallegrande |
| Country | Chile | Bolivia |
| Timezone | America/Santiago | America/La_Paz |
| Elevation | 1,555 ft | 6,551 ft |
| Coordinates | -33.390000, -70.790000 | -18.480000, -64.100000 |
Santiago (SCL) to Vallegrande (VAH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile to Capitan Av. Vidal Villagomez Toledo Airport (VAH) in Vallegrande, Bolivia is 1,787 kilometers (1,110 miles / 965 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying north northeast at a heading of 24°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is an international route connecting Chile with Bolivia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 23:23 in Santiago, it's 22:23 in Vallegrande.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,996 feet between the two airports. Capitan Av. Vidal Villagomez Toledo Airport sits higher than Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Vallegrande (VAH) to Santiago (SCL) follows a heading of 201° (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 Capitan Av. Vidal Villagomez Toledo Airport (VAH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.