The flight distance from Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile to Xieng Khouang Airport (XKH) in Xieng Khouang, Laos is 18,353 kilometers (11,404 miles / 9,910 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 23h, flying south southeast at a heading of 157°.

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 Laos. 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 12:17 in Santiago, it's 22:17 in Xieng Khouang. 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,890 feet between the two airports. Xieng Khouang Airport sits higher than Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport.

The return flight from Xieng Khouang (XKH) to Santiago (SCL) follows a heading of 200° (south 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 Xieng Khouang Airport (XKH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.