Airport Comparison
| SCL | VCL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport | Chu Lai International Airport |
| IATA Code | SCL | VCL |
| ICAO Code | SCEL | VVCA |
| City | Santiago | Dung Quat Bay |
| Country | Chile | Vietnam |
| Timezone | America/Santiago | Asia/Ho_Chi_Minh |
| Elevation | 1,555 ft | 10 ft |
| Coordinates | -33.390000, -70.790000 | 15.400000, 108.710000 |
Santiago (SCL) to Dung Quat Bay (VCL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile to Chu Lai International Airport (VCL) in Dung Quat Bay, Vietnam is 18,014 kilometers (11,193 miles / 9,727 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 22h, flying south at a heading of 178°.
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 Vietnam. 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 22:39 in Santiago, it's 08:39 in Dung Quat Bay. 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 1,545 feet between the two airports. Chu Lai International Airport sits lower than Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport.
The return flight from Dung Quat Bay (VCL) to Santiago (SCL) follows a heading of 181° (south). 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 Chu Lai International Airport (VCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.