Santiago Arturo Merino
🇨🇱 Santiago · SCEL
LATAM Chile's hub with challenging Andes approaches requiring special procedures. Sky Airline and JetSmart add domestic competition. Pilots navigate the mountain valley and handle turbulence from Andes wave activity. Gateway to Patagonia and Easter Island, while Chile's wine country provides layover appeal.
Andes approachesMountain wavePatagonia gateway
Airport layout
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Heading |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17R/35L | 12,499 ft | — | 177° |
| 17L/35R | 10,539 ft | — | 177° |
Location
- Coordinates: 33.3930°S, 70.7858°W