The flight distance from Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile to Vahitahi Airport (VHZ) in Vahitahi, French Polynesia is 6,872 kilometers (4,270 miles / 3,711 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying west at a heading of 265°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Chile with French Polynesia. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 16:51 in Santiago, it's 09:51 in Vahitahi. With a 7-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 1,546 feet between the two airports. Vahitahi Airport sits lower than Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport.

The return flight from Vahitahi (VHZ) to Santiago (SCL) follows a heading of 119° (east southeast). 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 Vahitahi Airport (VHZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.