Tambillos Airport (COW)

Coquimbo, CL 🇨🇱 Small Airport

ICAO

SCCQ

IATA

COW

Elevation

656 ft

Region

CL-CO

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Airport Information

GPS Code: SCCQ

Local Code: Not available

Location: -30.198889° N, -71.246944° E

Continent: South America

Type: Small Airport

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Online Reviews Summary

Tambillos Airport (SCCQ/COW) in Coquimbo, CL, is primarily a small airport with no scheduled commercial passenger service. Therefore, there are no recent traveler reviews or experiences available for this particular airport in a commercial context.

However, the main commercial airport serving the La Serena-Coquimbo area is La Florida Airport (LSC/SCSE). The following summary is based on recent traveler reviews and experiences at La Florida Airport (LSC/SCSE), which is a significant airport in Chile, handling nearly a million passengers annually. Overall traveler sentiment is generally positive, with many appreciating its efficiency and small size.

What Travelers Love
  • Efficiency and Quick Processes: Travelers frequently highlight the airport's efficiency, with quick security checks and easy navigation due to its small size.
  • Convenient Location: Located only 6 km from La Serena's city center, it offers easy access to the city.
  • Basic Amenities: Despite its small size, it provides essential amenities such as ATMs, coffee shops, a gift shop, and a small VIP lounge.
  • Clean Facilities: Reviews often mention clean bathrooms available airside.
Common Complaints
  • Limited Facilities: As a smaller airport with only three boarding gates, some travelers find the terminal facilities and food/retail services to be limited.
  • Check-in Counter Delays: While security is quick, there can sometimes be backups at the check-in counters.
  • WiFi Connectivity: Traveler satisfaction with WiFi connectivity is noted as being moderate.

La Florida Airport (LSC/SCSE) provides a smooth and generally pleasant travel experience, especially for domestic flights within Chile. While its facilities are not extensive, they are functional and well-maintained, making it a convenient gateway to the Coquimbo region.

Last updated: 65 days ago

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