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IATA CodeSCL
ICAO CodeSCEL
CountryChile Chile
Aerial view of Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago

Santiago, Chile

Location

UTC

Timezone

-33.3930 S, -70.7858 W

Coordinates

1,555 ft (474 m)

Elevation

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What is Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport?

Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport (SCL/SCEL) is Large Airport serving Santiago in Chile. Located at coordinates 33.3930 S, 70.7858 W, the airport sits at an elevation of 1,555 feet (474 meters) above sea level. Operating in the UTC timezone, the airport offers scheduled commercial flights to various destinations.

Current Weather

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Humidity37%
Wind4 km/h
Visibility7 km

Local Time

22:14:47

Wednesday, June 3, 2026

Timezone Information

Local Timezone
UTC
Region: Chile
Continent: South America
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Where is Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport on Map?

View the exact location of Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport on the interactive map below.

Geographic Information

HemisphereSouthern Hemisphere
ContinentSouth America
CountryChile Chile (CL)
CitySantiago
Latitude-33.393001556396
Longitude-70.785797119141
Coordinates33.393001556396° S, 70.785797119141° W
Elevation1,555 ft (474 m)
GPS CodeSCEL
Region CodeCL-RM

Location Map

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Runways at Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport

Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport has 4 runway(s). Below you can find detailed information about each runway including dimensions and surface type.

17L/35R
Primary
Length
3,750 m12,303 ft
Width
55 m180 ft
Surface
Asphalt
17R/35L
Runway 2
Length
3,750 m12,303 ft
Width
45 m148 ft
Surface
Asphalt
17L/35R
Runway 3
Length
3,750 m12,303 ft
Width
55 m180 ft
Surface
Asphalt
17R/35L
Runway 4
Length
3,750 m12,303 ft
Width
45 m148 ft
Surface
Asphalt

Terminals at Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport

Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport has 10 terminal(s). Below you can find the list of terminals and buildings at this airport.

Conexión T1-T2D
Conexión T1M-T2C
Espigón A "Costa"
Espigón B "Valle Central"
Espigón C "Isla de Pascua"
Espigón D "Desierto de Atacama"
Espigón E "Lagos"
Espigón F "Patagonia"
Terminal 1 Nacional
Terminal 2 Internacional

Radio Frequencies at Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport

Communication frequencies for pilots and aviation personnel at Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport. These frequencies are used for air traffic control, ground operations, and airport information services.

TypeFrequencyDescription
APP126.300 MHzSANTIAGO APP
APP128.100 MHzSANTIAGO APP
ATIS132.100 MHzATIS
CLD121.700 MHzCLNC DEL
CNTR129.700 MHzSANTIAGO CNTR
GND122.200 MHzGND
RDO121.500 MHzSANTIAGO RDO
RDO664.900 MHzSANTIAGO RDO
TWR118.100 MHzSANTIAGO TWR

Navigation Aids at Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport

Radio navigation aids (navaids) associated with Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport. These are ground-based electronic devices that help pilots navigate and land safely.

NDBUE
Lo Castro
220 kHz
VOR-DMEPDH
Pudahuel
117.20 MHz
CH 119X
1,545 ft
VOR-DMEAMB
Santiago
116.10 MHz
CH 108X
1,572 ft

About Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport

Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport, also known as Santiago International Airport and Nuevo Pudahuel Airport, located in Pudahuel, 15 km (9.3 mi) north-west of central Santiago, is Chile's largest aviation facility and busiest international airport.

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Airport Analysis for Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport

Category
Large airport
Airport classification type
Altitude
Medium
1,555 ft (474 m)
Service Status
Scheduled Flights Available
Regular scheduled flights operate at this airport
Direction Compass
▼South◀West
Hemisphere position
Continent
South America
Geographic region
Coordinate Position
Southern Hemisphere, Western Meridian
Geographic coordinate information

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259 km

Distance to Major Cities

Flight distances and estimated travel times from Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport to major world cities.

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New York
United States
8,247 km10 h 19 m flight
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Los Angeles
United States
8,987 km11 h 14 m flight
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Madrid
Spain
10,705 km13 h 23 m flight
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Sydney
Australia
11,346 km14 h 11 m flight
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Paris
France
11,651 km14 h 34 m flight
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London
United Kingdom
11,674 km14 h 36 m flight
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Rome
Italy
11,915 km14 h 54 m flight
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Amsterdam
Netherlands
12,015 km15 h 1 m flight
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Berlin
Germany
12,528 km15 h 40 m flight
Flag of Egypt
Cairo
Egypt
12,812 km16 h 1 m flight
Flag of Turkey
Istanbul
Turkey
13,110 km16 h 23 m flight
Flag of Russia
Moscow
Russia
14,134 km17 h 40 m flight

Nearby Cities to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport

Explore cities in Chile that are easily accessible from Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport. Discover nearby destinations with estimated driving distances and times.

Cerro NaviaRegión Metropolitana de Santiago
4 km4 min drive
QuilicuraRegión Metropolitana de Santiago
4 km4 min drive
RencaRegión Metropolitana de Santiago
5 km5 min drive
Lo PradoRegión Metropolitana de Santiago
8 km8 min drive
CuracavíRegión Metropolitana de Santiago
10 km10 min drive
Quinta NormalRegión Metropolitana de Santiago
10 km10 min drive
Estación CentralRegión Metropolitana de Santiago
12 km12 min drive
HuechurabaRegión Metropolitana de Santiago
12 km12 min drive
PudahuelRegión Metropolitana de Santiago
12 km12 min drive
CerrillosRegión Metropolitana de Santiago
13 km13 min drive
RecoletaRegión Metropolitana de Santiago
13 km13 min drive
IndependenciaRegión Metropolitana de Santiago
14 km14 min drive
MaipúRegión Metropolitana de Santiago
14 km14 min drive
LampaRegión Metropolitana de Santiago
15 km15 min drive
SantiagoRegión Metropolitana de Santiago
15 km15 min drive
ConchalíRegión Metropolitana de Santiago
16 km16 min drive
Pedro Aguirre CerdaRegión Metropolitana de Santiago
16 km16 min drive
ProvidenciaRegión Metropolitana de Santiago
16 km16 min drive
San MiguelRegión Metropolitana de Santiago
16 km16 min drive
Lo EspejoRegión Metropolitana de Santiago
17 km17 min drive
VitacuraRegión Metropolitana de Santiago
17 km17 min drive

Closest States to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport

Explore nearby states in Chile accessible from Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport. Plan your regional travel with distance information.

Región Metropolitana de SantiagoRM
14 km95 airports
ValparaísoVS
86 km38 airports
Libertador General Bernardo O'HigginsLI
133 km40 airports
MauleML
247 km57 airports
CoquimboCO
317 km27 airports
ÑubleNB
381 km14 airports
BiobíoBI
467 km23 airports
La AraucaníaAR
633 km35 airports
AtacamaAT
652 km16 airports
Los RíosLR
773 km25 airports
Los LagosLL
956 km65 airports
Major World Airports

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Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
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10,488 km
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Calgary International Airport (YYC)
Calgary, Canada
10,304 km
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Antonio B. Won Pat International Airport (GUM)
Hagåtña, Guam
15,796 km
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Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport (NQZ)
Astana, Kazakhstan
16,398 km
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Hato International Airport (CUR)
Willemstad, Curaçao
5,072 km

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Frequently Asked Questions

The IATA code for Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport is SCL. The ICAO code is SCEL. These codes are used by airlines, travel agencies, and passengers to identify the airport in booking systems.
Where is Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport located?
Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport is located in Santiago, Chile. The airport's coordinates are -33.3930 S, -70.7858 W.
What is the timezone at Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport?
Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport operates in the UTC timezone.
What is the elevation of Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport?
Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport is located at an elevation of 1,555 feet (474 meters) above sea level.