SCL
Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport
Santiago, CL
Security · Predicted
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Immigration · Predicted
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Status
Normal
Data quality
Ctier
Location
Santiago
Security · today · typical by hour
Estimated Normal · steady Normal all day
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Immigration · today · typical by hour
Estimated Slow · peak Normal at 12a · best Fast at 6a
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Security Wait
Range: 16-26 min
for departing passengers
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Immigration
Range: 28-40 min
for arriving passengers
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Airport Status
Quiet
Current traffic level
Location
Santiago
Chile
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Predicted
16-26 min
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- Moderate flight activity
Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport
Current Wait Times
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Quiet
Security severity
Normal
Immigration severity
Slow
Check-in severity
Slow
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Traffic Score58
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Total Queue Time Estimate
CombinedSecurity
22
min
Immigration
37
min
Total
59
min
Add ~30 min for check-in & boarding
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Aviation Weather · METAR
VFR
Clear skies · good visibility
Clear skies · good visibility
Wind
4 kt
S
Visibility
10+SM
0510+
Ceiling
17,000ft
2 layers
Temp
12°C
Dew 5°· Δ7°
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Tips for Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport
- Arrive at least 150 minutes before your flight to allow time for check-in, security, and immigration.
- Security is typically busiest 6-9 AM and 4-7 PM. Midday flights (11 AM-2 PM) usually have the shortest queues.
- Check in online and use mobile boarding passes to skip the check-in counter and head straight to security.
- Immigration processing currently averages 37 minutes. Have your passport and any required documents ready to minimize your time at the desk.
- Tuesdays and Wednesdays typically have the lightest passenger traffic. Friday afternoons and Sunday evenings are usually the busiest.
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SCL Airport FAQs
For Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport in Santiago, arrive 2 hours before domestic flights and 3 hours before international flights. Current wait times show approximately 22 minutes for security and 37 minutes for immigration, so plan accordingly.
The queue index at Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport indicates overall airport congestion levels based on security, immigration, and check-in wait times. A low queue index (under 30%) means smooth operations, moderate (30-70%) suggests normal traffic, and high (over 70%) indicates busy conditions with longer waits.
Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport offers various amenities including TSA PreCheck and Clear for expedited security, lounges, dining and shopping, currency exchange, free WiFi, and ground transportation options. Premium travelers can access airline lounges with Priority Pass or credit card memberships.
Terminal connections at Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport vary by airport. Most large airports offer free shuttle services, AirTrain or automated people movers, and walking paths. Check the airport map or information desk for the fastest route between terminals.
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Airport Lounges
7 loungesAmerican Airlines Admirals Club
LATAM VIP Lounge
International TerminalAirside
Primeclass Andes
Primeclass Condor
Salones VIP Pacific Club
International TerminalAirside
Quick Info
IATA Code
SCL
Location
Santiago
Chile
Current Status
Quiet Traffic
Busiest Months
JulAugDec
Peak Hours
6-9 AM31min
11 AM-2 PM18min
4-7 PM29min
Quick Tips
- Arrive 2-3 hours early for international flights
- Check-in online to save time
When to Arrive
Domestic Flight
90 min
before departure
International Flight
150 min
before departure
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Last updated: June 12, 2026
About Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport
Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport (SCL) serves Santiago in Chile. Travelers flying through SCL should plan for variable security wait times depending on time of day and season.
International travelers arriving at SCL should plan ahead for immigration processing. Have your passport and any required visa documents ready before reaching the immigration desk to speed up processing.
The busiest travel periods at SCL are Jul, Aug, Dec. During these months, wait times can be 30-50% longer than average. Arriving early is always recommended during busy periods.