SCL
Santiago
Chile
8,505 km
5,285 miles
YIP
Detroit
United States
Distance
8,505 km
5,285 mi / 4,592 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
America/Santiago
Heading
350°
north

Airport Comparison

SCL YIP
Airport Name Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport Willow Run Airport
IATA Code SCL YIP
ICAO Code SCEL KYIP
City Santiago Detroit
Country Chile United States
Timezone America/Santiago America/New_York
Elevation 1,555 ft 716 ft
Coordinates -33.390000, -70.790000 42.200000, -83.500000

Santiago (SCL) to Detroit (YIP) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile to Willow Run Airport (YIP) in Detroit, United States is 8,505 kilometers (5,285 miles / 4,592 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north at a heading of 350°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Chile with United States. 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 15:14 in Santiago, it's 13:14 in Detroit.

The return flight from Detroit (YIP) to Santiago (SCL) follows a heading of 169° (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 Willow Run Airport (YIP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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