Which airport should I fly into for Los Andes?

For long-haul and international flights, Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) is the main gateway near Los Andes. The closest airport, San Rafael Airport (LOB), is the most convenient for transfers — weigh proximity against the breadth of flight connections.

How far is the airport from Los Andes?

The nearest is about 3 mi (5 km) away. The table above shows the distance and an estimated transfer time for each airport within about 300 km.

How do I get from the airport into Los Andes?

Most airports offer taxis and ride-hailing, and many add a rail, metro or bus link into the city. Tap any airport above for a full guide with ground-transport options, lounges and transit details.

Airports Near Los Andes

The closest airports to Los Andes, Chile: IATA codes, names and distances, each with a full airport guide covering terminals, lounges and transit.

The nearest airport to Los Andes, Chile is San Rafael Airport (LOB), about 3 mi (5 km) away — roughly 11 min by road. For long-haul flights, the main international gateway is Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL).

Code	Airport	Distance	Transfer	Type
LOB	San Rafael AirportLos Andes, Chile	3 mi / 5 km	11 min	Regional
SSD	Victor Lafon AirportSan Felipe, Chile	9 mi / 14 km	29 min	Regional
SCL	Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International AirportSantiago, Chile	40 mi / 65 km	1 hr 12 min	International
KNA	Vina del mar AirportVina Del Mar, Chile	52 mi / 83 km	1 hr 32 min	Regional
VAP	Rodelillo AirportVina Del Mar, Chile	58 mi / 93 km	1 hr 44 min	Regional
QRC	De La Independencia AirportRancagua, Chile	93 mi / 150 km	2 hr 10 min	Regional
MDZ	El Plumerillo AirportMendoza, Argentina	105 mi / 169 km	2 hr 26 min	Regional
UAQ	Domingo Faustino Sarmiento AirportSan Juan, Argentina	155 mi / 249 km	3 hr 36 min	Regional

Distances are straight-line; transfer times are road estimates. "Type" flags major/international gateways.

Which airport is best?

For the shortest transfer, San Rafael Airport (LOB) is the most convenient at about 3 mi out. If you're flying internationally or want the widest choice of routes, Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) (40 mi) is the bigger gateway — worth the extra distance for long-haul or cheaper fares.

Getting to and from the airport

Taxis and ride-hailing serve every airport here, and the larger ones usually add a rail, metro or bus link into Los Andes. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with LOB.

Hotels near the airport

For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near LOB saves a stressful morning transfer.

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Other cities these airports serve

Travel tips

Compare the total door-to-door time, not just the airfare — a cheaper flight into a distant airport can cost more once you add the transfer. Check whether your airport has a direct train or metro before defaulting to a taxi, and for international arrivals, confirm any visa or transit rules in advance.

Frequently asked questions

The nearest airport to Los Andes is San Rafael Airport (LOB), about 3 mi (5 km) away — roughly 11 min by road.