Quick Facts

Key information about Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport

IATA Code
SCL
ICAO Code
SCEL
Timezone
America/Santiago
Rail Connection
No

Live Weather at SCL

Current conditions from aviation METAR reports

SCL — Santiago

SCEL
14°C
MVFR
Wind
N 2kt
Visibility
3.73 sm
Clouds
OVC 2,000ft
Pressure
1017 inHg
Dew Point
9°C

Location

Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport on the map

Getting To and From Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport

Planning your journey to Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport (SCL)?

Most travellers reach Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport by car, taxi, ride-share, or public transport. Check with your airline for recommended arrival times — typically 2 hours before domestic flights and 3 hours before international departures. For the latest departure information, visit our Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport departures board.

Traveller Tips for SCL

  • Check your flight status — Use Departra to track your flight number for real-time gate changes, delays, and estimated departure times before you leave for the airport.
  • Check the weather — Our live METAR weather section above shows current conditions at SCL. Poor weather can cause delays, so check before you travel.
  • Arrive early — Allow time for check-in, security screening, and finding your gate. Airport queues can be unpredictable, especially during school holidays and bank holiday weekends.
  • Explore nearby airports — If flights from SCL are unavailable or expensive, check our nearby airports section above for alternative options.

About Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport

Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport (SCL/SCEL) is located in Santiago, CL. It serves as a major gateway for passengers travelling to and from the region, connecting Santiago with destinations across the globe. Whether you are flying for business or leisure, Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport offers a range of facilities to make your journey as smooth as possible.

Departra provides live flight tracking, departure boards and arrival information for Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport. You can search for any flight by number to see its real-time status, estimated departure and arrival times, gate information, and current weather conditions at both the origin and destination airports. Our data is sourced from ADS-B receivers and aviation databases to give you the most up-to-date picture of operations at SCL.

For the latest departures from Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport, visit our Santiago departures board. You can also explore other airports, airlines, and routes from the links above. All flight information is provided for general reference — please confirm details directly with your airline before travelling.