Airport Comparison
| SCL | YQY | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport | Sydney / J.A. Douglas McCurdy Airport |
| IATA Code | SCL | YQY |
| ICAO Code | SCEL | CYQY |
| City | Santiago | Sydney |
| Country | Chile | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Santiago | America/Glace_Bay |
| Elevation | 1,555 ft | 203 ft |
| Coordinates | -33.390000, -70.790000 | 46.160000, -60.050000 |
Santiago (SCL) to Sydney (YQY) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile to Sydney / J.A. Douglas McCurdy Airport (YQY) in Sydney, Canada is 8,911 kilometers (5,537 miles / 4,812 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north at a heading of 8°.
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 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 20:20 in Santiago, it's 19:20 in Sydney.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,352 feet between the two airports. Sydney / J.A. Douglas McCurdy Airport sits lower than Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport.
The return flight from Sydney (YQY) to Santiago (SCL) follows a heading of 189° (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 Sydney / J.A. Douglas McCurdy Airport (YQY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.