Airport Comparison
| SCL | XCH | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport | Christmas Island Airport |
| IATA Code | SCL | XCH |
| ICAO Code | SCEL | YPXM |
| City | Santiago | Christmas Island |
| Country | Chile | CX |
| Timezone | America/Santiago | Indian/Christmas |
| Elevation | 1,555 ft | 916 ft |
| Coordinates | -33.390000, -70.790000 | -10.450000, 105.690000 |
Santiago (SCL) to Christmas Island (XCH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile to Christmas Island Airport (XCH) in Christmas Island, CX is 15,126 kilometers (9,399 miles / 8,167 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying south at a heading of 175°.
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 CX. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 13:07 in Santiago, it's 23:07 in Christmas Island. 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.
The return flight from Christmas Island (XCH) to Santiago (SCL) follows a heading of 184° (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 Christmas Island Airport (XCH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.