Airport Comparison
| SCL | YAC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport | Cat Lake Airport |
| IATA Code | SCL | YAC |
| ICAO Code | SCEL | CYAC |
| City | Santiago | Cat Lake |
| Country | Chile | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Santiago | America/Winnipeg |
| Elevation | 1,555 ft | 1,344 ft |
| Coordinates | -33.390000, -70.790000 | 51.730000, -91.820000 |
Santiago (SCL) to Cat Lake (YAC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile to Cat Lake Airport (YAC) in Cat Lake, Canada is 9,685 kilometers (6,018 miles / 5,229 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north northwest at a heading of 347°.
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 Canada. 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 03:17 in Santiago, it's 00:17 in Cat Lake. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
The return flight from Cat Lake (YAC) to Santiago (SCL) follows a heading of 163° (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 Cat Lake Airport (YAC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.