Airport Comparison
| SCL | VDO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport | Van Don International Airport |
| IATA Code | SCL | VDO |
| ICAO Code | SCEL | VVVD |
| City | Santiago | Vân Đồn |
| Country | Chile | Vietnam |
| Timezone | America/Santiago | Asia/Ho_Chi_Minh |
| Elevation | 1,555 ft | 26 ft |
| Coordinates | -33.390000, -70.790000 | 21.120000, 107.410000 |
Santiago (SCL) to Vân Đồn (VDO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile to Van Don International Airport (VDO) in Vân Đồn, Vietnam is 18,639 kilometers (11,582 miles / 10,064 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 23h, flying south at a heading of 172°.
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 09:50 in Santiago, it's 19:50 in Vân Đồn. 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 1,529 feet between the two airports. Van Don International Airport sits lower than Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport.
The return flight from Vân Đồn (VDO) to Santiago (SCL) follows a heading of 187° (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 Van Don International Airport (VDO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.