Airport Comparison
| SCL | YAL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport | Alert Bay Airport |
| IATA Code | SCL | YAL |
| ICAO Code | SCEL | CYAL |
| City | Santiago | Alert Bay |
| Country | Chile | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Santiago | America/Vancouver |
| Elevation | 1,555 ft | 240 ft |
| Coordinates | -33.390000, -70.790000 | 50.580000, -126.920000 |
Santiago (SCL) to Alert Bay (YAL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile to Alert Bay Airport (YAL) in Alert Bay, Canada is 10,836 kilometers (6,733 miles / 5,851 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying north northwest at a heading of 328°.
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 08:13 in Santiago, it's 03:13 in Alert Bay. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,315 feet between the two airports. Alert Bay Airport sits lower than Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport.
The return flight from Alert Bay (YAL) to Santiago (SCL) follows a heading of 136° (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 Alert Bay Airport (YAL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.