Airport Comparison
| SCL | WBA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport | WahaiSeram Island |
| IATA Code | SCL | WBA |
| ICAO Code | SCEL | WAPV |
| City | Santiago | Seram Island |
| Country | Chile | Indonesia |
| Timezone | America/Santiago | Asia/Jayapura |
| Elevation | 1,555 ft | 551 ft |
| Coordinates | -33.390000, -70.790000 | -2.810000, 129.480000 |
Santiago (SCL) to Seram Island (WBA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile to WahaiSeram Island (WBA) in Seram Island, Indonesia is 15,462 kilometers (9,608 miles / 8,349 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying south southwest at a heading of 212°.
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 Indonesia. 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 21:39 in Santiago, it's 09:39 in Seram Island. With a 12-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 1,004 feet between the two airports. WahaiSeram Island sits lower than Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport.
The return flight from Seram Island (WBA) to Santiago (SCL) follows a heading of 154° (south 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 WahaiSeram Island (WBA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.