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Gateway to Chilean Patagonia and the Araucanía region.
Opened
1970
Location
Temuco, Chile
La Araucanía International Airport, designated by IATA code ZCO and ICAO code SCQP, serves Temuco, the capital of Chile's Araucanía Region. It is the primary commercial airport for the south-central zone of Chile, connecting the region to Santiago and other domestic destinations.
The airport underwent significant modernization and expansion in the 2010s, resulting in a new terminal and improved facilities to handle growing passenger traffic. Its international designation allows it to receive direct flights from neighboring countries, particularly Argentina.
Temuco is an important cultural and economic hub, home to a large Mapuche indigenous population, and the airport plays a key role in supporting tourism to nearby natural attractions such as Villarrica and Conguillío national parks.
Terminals
The airport operates a single passenger terminal that was modernized and expanded to improve capacity and services for domestic and international travelers.
Getting to & from
The airport is located approximately 6 kilometers from central Temuco and is accessible by taxi, ride-hailing services, and bus transfers.
Airlines here
LATAM Airlines and Sky Airline are the principal carriers operating at La Araucanía, offering regular domestic services to Santiago and other Chilean cities.
Notable facts
- ›The airport is officially named in honor of the Araucanía Region and its indigenous Mapuche heritage.
- ›A major terminal expansion project was completed around 2017–2018 to modernize infrastructure.
- ›The airport serves as an important gateway for tourists visiting nearby Lake District and Andean national parks.
- ›International routes have historically included connections to Argentine cities such as Buenos Aires.
- ›It is one of the busiest airports in southern Chile by passenger volume.
This profile is provided for general information only. Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.
