Flickering Flame vs Meaty Ochre

How close are they?

ΔE 23.1, loose: different enough that you should pick on purpose. Meaty Ochre is noticeably darker, much more muted, cooler than Flickering Flame.

Can I use Meaty Ochre instead of Flickering Flame?

Not as a straight swap; see the closer alternatives below. Loose match (ΔE 23). Meaty Ochre is noticeably darker, much more muted, cooler than Flickering Flame.

Can I use Flickering Flame instead of Meaty Ochre?

The same difference applies the other way round: Flickering Flame is noticeably lighter, much more saturated, warmer.

ΔE is the colour difference between our two swatch estimates: under about 6 is close, over about 15 is loose. Real paints also differ in finish, coverage and how they thin, so test before you commit.