The flight distance from Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile to Ixtapa Zihuatanejo International Airport (ZIH) in Ixtapa, Mexico is 6,537 kilometers (4,062 miles / 3,530 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying northwest at a heading of 325°.

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 Mexico. 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 12:21 in Santiago, it's 10:21 in Ixtapa.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,529 feet between the two airports. Ixtapa Zihuatanejo International Airport sits lower than Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport.

The return flight from Ixtapa (ZIH) to Santiago (SCL) follows a heading of 150° (south 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 Ixtapa Zihuatanejo International Airport (ZIH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.