SCL
Santiago
Chile
8,673 km
5,389 miles
WZA
Wa
Ghana
Distance
8,673 km
5,389 mi / 4,683 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
America/Santiago
Heading
69°
east northeast

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SCL WZA
Airport Name Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport Wa Airport
IATA Code SCL WZA
ICAO Code SCEL DGLW
City Santiago Wa
Country Chile Ghana
Timezone America/Santiago Africa/Accra
Elevation 1,555 ft 1,060 ft
Coordinates -33.390000, -70.790000 10.080000, -2.510000

Santiago (SCL) to Wa (WZA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile to Wa Airport (WZA) in Wa, Ghana is 8,673 kilometers (5,389 miles / 4,683 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east northeast at a heading of 69°.

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 Ghana. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 16:11 in Santiago, it's 19:11 in Wa. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Wa (WZA) to Santiago (SCL) follows a heading of 232° (southwest). 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 Wa Airport (WZA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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