Airport Comparison
| SCL | YKQ | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport | Waskaganish Airport |
| IATA Code | SCL | YKQ |
| ICAO Code | SCEL | CYKQ |
| City | Santiago | Waskaganish |
| Country | Chile | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Santiago | America/Toronto |
| Elevation | 1,555 ft | 80 ft |
| Coordinates | -33.390000, -70.790000 | 51.470000, -78.760000 |
Santiago (SCL) to Waskaganish (YKQ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile to Waskaganish Airport (YKQ) in Waskaganish, Canada is 9,468 kilometers (5,883 miles / 5,112 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north at a heading of 355°.
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 08:02 in Santiago, it's 06:02 in Waskaganish.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,475 feet between the two airports. Waskaganish Airport sits lower than Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport.
The return flight from Waskaganish (YKQ) to Santiago (SCL) follows a heading of 173° (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 Waskaganish Airport (YKQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.