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Mocopulli Airport

Dalcahue, Chile

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Mocopulli Airport

Dalcahue, Chile
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Gateway to Chiloé Island in southern Chile.

Opened
2012
Location
Dalcahue, Chile
Mocopulli Airport (IATA: MHC, ICAO: SCPQ) is a regional airport located near Dalcahue on Chiloé Island in the Los Lagos Region of southern Chile. It serves as the primary air access point to the island, reducing dependence on ferry crossings across the Canal de Chacao. The airport was developed to improve connectivity to Chiloé, a region known for its distinctive wooden churches, palafitos, and unique cultural heritage. It handles a modest volume of domestic passengers linking the island to Puerto Montt and Santiago.
Terminals
The airport has a single small terminal building designed to handle regional domestic traffic.
Getting to & from
Ground transport options include taxis and rental vehicles connecting passengers to Dalcahue, Castro, and other towns on Chiloé Island.
Airlines here
LATAM Airlines and Sky Airline have operated routes connecting Mocopulli to Puerto Montt and Santiago.
Notable facts
  • ›Located on Chiloé Island, the largest island in Chilean Patagonia.
  • ›Opened in 2012 to improve air connectivity to the island.
  • ›Reduces reliance on the ferry crossing over the Canal de Chacao.
  • ›Situated at relatively low elevation in a rainy, temperate climate.
  • ›Serves as an important infrastructure asset for Chiloé's tourism industry.
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Gateway to Chilean Patagonia's island-scattered southern archipelago

Mocopulli Airport serves the Chiloé Island region near Dalcahue in southern Chile, providing essential air connectivity to one of the country's most culturally rich and geographically isolated areas. Opened in 2012, it replaced older facilities and was designed to improve year-round access to the Chiloé Archipelago, known for its distinctive wooden churches, palafitos, and misty landscapes. The airport plays a vital role in linking this remote island community with the Chilean mainland.

Terminals
  • Main Terminal — A single modest terminal handling domestic arrivals and departures with basic passenger amenities.
Ground Transport
  • Taxi services available outside the terminal
  • Private vehicle transfers pre-arranged through local operators
  • Rental cars from local agencies (limited availability)
  • Bus connections toward Castro and Dalcahue town center
Nearby Hotels
  • Hotel Unicornio Azul, Castro
  • Hospedaje El Mirador, Dalcahue
  • Hotel de Castro
  • Cabañas en Chiloé (local guesthouses)
Dining

The airport terminal offers very limited food and beverage options, so travellers are advised to eat before arrival or departure. The nearby towns of Castro and Dalcahue offer excellent local dining featuring Chiloé specialties such as curanto, milcao, and fresh seafood. Local markets and family-run restaurants provide the most authentic culinary experience in the region.

Traveller Tips
  • Book ground transport in advance as taxi availability at the airport can be limited, especially during off-peak hours.
  • Weather on Chiloé Island changes rapidly; pack waterproof clothing regardless of the season.
  • Confirm your flight status ahead of time as fog and rain can cause delays or diversions.
  • Carry Chilean pesos in cash as card payment acceptance is limited at small local businesses around the airport.
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Airlines serving this airport

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LATAM Airlines
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Routes

MHC → PMCLA · 320

Aircraft operating here

Airbus A3201 routes
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Mocopulli Airport
Encyclopaedia

Mocopulli Airport is an airport serving Dalcahue, a port city on Chiloé Island in the Los Lagos Region of Chile, as well as the city of Castro. The airport is 6 kilometres (3.7 mi) northwest of Dalcahue.

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