Airport Comparison
| SCL | WOW | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport | Willow Airport |
| IATA Code | SCL | WOW |
| ICAO Code | SCEL | PAUO |
| City | Santiago | Willow |
| Country | Chile | United States |
| Timezone | America/Santiago | America/Anchorage |
| Elevation | 1,555 ft | 215 ft |
| Coordinates | -33.390000, -70.790000 | 61.750000, -150.050000 |
Santiago (SCL) to Willow (WOW) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile to Willow Airport (WOW) in Willow, United States is 12,707 kilometers (7,896 miles / 6,861 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying north northwest at a heading of 329°.
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 United States. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 03:47 in Santiago, it's 21:47 in Willow. With a 6-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 1,340 feet between the two airports. Willow Airport sits lower than Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport.
The return flight from Willow (WOW) to Santiago (SCL) follows a heading of 116° (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 Willow Airport (WOW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.