Desierto de Atacama Airport (CPO)

Copiapo, CL 🇨🇱 Medium Airport Scheduled Service

ICAO

SCAT

IATA

CPO

Elevation

670 ft

Region

CL-AT

Local Time

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Airport Information

GPS Code: SCAT

Local Code: Not available

Location: -27.2612° N, -70.779198° E

Continent: SA

Type: Medium Airport

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Airport Routes

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Top Airlines

Operating at Desierto de Atacama Airport
Airlines by Flight Activity
Based on observed flight operations and route network
Airline Routes Flights Destinations Last Activity
LATAM
LAN / LA
1 33 1 Nov 30, 2025
Sky Airline
SKU / H2
1 15 1 Nov 30, 2025
For Pilots

Designation Length Width Surface Status
17/35 7218 ft 148 ft ASP Active Lighted

Type Description Frequency

Ident Name Type Frequency
DAT Atacama VOR-DME 117100 kHz

Ground Transportation

Last updated: Nov 21, 2025
Taxis

Official taxis and shared shuttle vans (transfers) are the most common options. Desks for multiple transfer companies are located directly inside the arrivals hall. Shared transfers are a cost-effective choice, dropping passengers at their hotels in San Pedro de Atacama (approx. 1.5-hour drive). Private taxis offer a faster, direct service for a higher fixed price.

Rental Cars

Several major car rental agencies, including Hertz, Avis, Budget, and Econorent, have desks within the airport terminal's arrivals area. It is highly recommended to book a vehicle in advance, especially during peak tourist season, to ensure availability and better rates. A 4x4 is recommended for exploring more remote areas.

Public Transportation

There are no direct public city buses from the airport. The primary shared transport is the airport transfer service (shuttle vans). To access the public long-distance bus network (e.g., Turbus, Pullman Bus), you must first take a taxi or transfer from the airport to the main bus terminal (Terminal de Buses) in the city of Calama.

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