International hub · Antofagasta, Chile
Antofagasta/Andres Sabella International
- Elevation
- 455 ft
- Coordinates
- 23°27′S 70°27′W
- Local time
- America/Santiago
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Field information
SCFA runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Antofagasta/Andres Sabella International (SCFA/ANF) has one runway, 01/19, 9,186 ft (2,800 m) long of asphalt. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1 & Avgas. Rescue and fire-fighting cover is published as RFFS category 7. Operating hours: Open 24 hours (H24). Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at SCFA, and confirms every figure on this page with the airport and handler before dispatch.
Classification
International hub
Time zone
America/Santiago
Country
Chile
CL
Municipality
Antofagasta
Elevation
455 ft
Position
-23.4453, -70.4452
Traffic level
High
Fuel
Jet A-1 & Avgas
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 7
Operating hours
Open 24 hours (H24)
Airport category
B
Crew briefing required
Runways · SCFA
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/19 | 9,186 ft (2,800 m) | 164 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at SCFA.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Antofagasta/Andres Sabella International (SCFA / ANF) in Antofagasta, Chile, through one 24/7 OCC desk. SCFA is listed in our network as an international hub. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.
Services coordinated at SCFA
One 24/7 OCC desk
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Overflight & Landing Permits – Chile
Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Chile. Applicable permit lead times for Chile are confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request. For airline operators, navigation fee verifications, overflight charge audits, and CAA account reconciliations for Chile are managed end-to-end.
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Ground Handling at SCFA
Direct FBO and handler coordination at SCFA covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
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Fuel Arrangements at SCFA
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at SCFA is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to SCFA
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for SCFA: 23° 26′ 43″ S 70° 26′ 43″ W; elevation 455 ft.
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Crew & Passenger Services in Antofagasta
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Antofagasta. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at SCFA.
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Cargo Operations at SCFA
Support for freighter operations into SCFA covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
Where SCFA sits in the network
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Operating into SCFA?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Antofagasta/Andres Sabella International — one desk for the whole trip.