⏰ Minimum Connection Times
Domestic → Domestic
45
minutes
Domestic → International
80
minutes
International → Domestic
80
minutes
International → International
95
minutes
Interline Connections
125
minutes
🏢 Terminal Information
Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport operates through two distinct terminals handling over 26 million annual passengers as one of South America's busiest hubs. Terminal 1 (Domestic) serves LATAM, Sky, and JetSmart through a four-level structure: Level 1 for arrivals with baggage claim and customs, Level 2 for departures with check-in counters and security screening, Level 3 for additional passenger services and VIP lounges, plus Level 4 housing restaurants and LATAM VIP check-in facilities. Terminal 2 (International), opened in 2021, accommodates 40+ global carriers through a modern facility designed for international operations. Inter-terminal connections utilize free shuttle buses running every 10-15 minutes 24/7, supplemented by a 15-minute pedestrian walkway, though domestic-to-international transfers require 110-minute minimum connection times due to immigration, baggage claim, and re-security requirements.
Security infrastructure includes standard checkpoints plus VIP Fast Track services for expedited security, immigration, and customs clearance, while international arrivals must complete SAG affidavit declarations for food products. Premium facilities encompass multiple lounges including LATAM VIP Lounge (Level 4, Gates 14-15), 24-hour Salones VIP Pacific Club near Gate 20A, and The Lounge opposite Gate 20A, all featuring buffet dining, showers, work areas, and children's play zones. Dining spans both terminals with 24-hour options including Bakery & Co., Burger Truck, Cerveceria del Norte, and Dunkin' Donuts internationally, plus Starbucks, McDonald's, and Briciole Bar domestically. Family amenities include mother's rooms, kids' play areas, chapels, medical services, and pharmacies, complemented by free Wi-Fi (30-minute reconnection intervals), charging stations at every gate, duty-free shopping featuring international and local products, plus comprehensive ground transportation including official taxis, TransVip shuttles, and Centropuerto buses connecting to Santiago Metro's Los Héroes station every 10-15 minutes.
🔄 Connection Tips
Peak in evening long‑haul bank; allow buffer.
⏰ Minimum Connection Times
Domestic → Domestic
45
minutes
Domestic → International
80
minutes
International → Domestic
80
minutes
International → International
95
minutes
Interline Connections
125
minutes
🏢 Terminal Information
Andrés Sabella Gálvez International Airport (ANF) is the primary air gateway to the Antofagasta Region and Chile's mining industry. It operates from a single, modern terminal building spread across two levels. The ground floor houses arrivals, check-in counters, and car rental agencies, while the second floor is dedicated to departures and airside operations. Due to the region's industrial importance, the terminal experiences distinct peak periods, particularly in the early mornings when shift workers transit for mining operations. Travelers should anticipate busier security queues during these times.
The departures area on the second level features a selection of cafes, souvenir shops, and duty-free options. For eligible passengers, the **Salones VIP Pacific Club** is located airside, roughly opposite Gate 3. This lounge offers a quiet retreat from the busy terminal, providing complimentary Wi-Fi, snacks, beverages (including alcoholic drinks with limits), and comfortable seating. It is important to note that the lounge is currently accessible only to domestic passengers.
Accessibility features are incorporated throughout the terminal, including elevators and ramps connecting the two levels. Ground transportation is readily available curbside on the ground level, with authorized taxis and transfer shuttles (Transvip) connecting efficiently to Antofagasta city center. The airport is also known for strong afternoon winds from the Atacama Desert; passengers disembarking via stairs should be prepared for dusty gusts.
🔄 Connection Tips
Arrive early in morning peaks.
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