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| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
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✈️ 01/19
Active: 19
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9,186 ft | 164 ft | ASP | 7° |
↑ 4.9 kt
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↔ 0.9 kt
10° angle
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Weather Statistics - SCFA
3,061 observations | Sep 2025 - Feb 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Andrés Sabella Gálvez International Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 64.9% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 1.1% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the S averaging 8.7 knots. The climate is relatively stable with temperatures averaging 18°C (range: 12°C to 27°C). The best months for VFR flying are February, January, December.
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Statistics computed from 3,061 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Feb 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
Andrés Sabella Gálvez International Airport - Airport Information
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About Andrés Sabella Gálvez International Airport
Overview
Andrés Sabella Gálvez International Airport serves the coastal city of Antofagasta in northern Chile, functioning as a critical transportation hub for the Atacama region. Located at an elevation of 455 feet MSL, the airport provides essential air connectivity in this strategically important industrial and mining area.
Flying Conditions
The airport experiences predominantly favorable VFR conditions, with 62.6% of observations showing clear weather and an additional 36.3% of marginal VFR conditions. Wind patterns are consistently from the south (180°) at an average of 8.7 knots, with temperatures ranging between 12°C and 24°C, creating generally stable flying environments.
Notable Features
Situated in the arid Atacama Desert, the airport's single runway (01/19) spans 9,186 feet and is constructed of asphalt. The geographic location presents minimal terrain challenges, with consistent wind patterns that offer predictable flight conditions and excellent runway wind alignment, showing 100% favorable wind coverage for the primary runway.
Approach Considerations
With an extremely low percentage of IFR conditions (1.1%) and no reported fog, pilots can expect reliable visual approaches. The runway's extended length and minimal crosswind (average 1.9 knots) provide comfortable landing and takeoff parameters, with January, November, and December offering the most consistently favorable flying conditions.
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