Airport Comparison
| SCL | YDC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport | Drayton Valley Industrial Airport |
| IATA Code | SCL | YDC |
| ICAO Code | SCEL | CER3 |
| City | Santiago | Drayton Valley |
| Country | Chile | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Santiago | America/Edmonton |
| Elevation | 1,555 ft | 2,776 ft |
| Coordinates | -33.390000, -70.790000 | 53.270000, -114.960000 |
Santiago (SCL) to Drayton Valley (YDC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile to Drayton Valley Industrial Airport (YDC) in Drayton Valley, Canada is 10,536 kilometers (6,547 miles / 5,689 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying north northwest at a heading of 335°.
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 19:30 in Santiago, it's 15:30 in Drayton Valley. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,221 feet between the two airports. Drayton Valley Industrial Airport sits higher than Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport.
The return flight from Drayton Valley (YDC) to Santiago (SCL) follows a heading of 144° (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 Drayton Valley Industrial Airport (YDC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.