How to get from Antofagasta to Iquique
There are 3 ways to get from Antofagasta to Iquique: flight, bus and car. The fastest is by flight (~1 h). By bus it's about 6 h 50 min, usually the cheapest option. It's about 325 km in a straight line.
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| Mode | Approx. time | Distance | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
Flight⚡ Fastest | 1 h | 325 km | Airlines: LAN Airlines, Pal airlines, Sky Airline |
Bus | 6 h 50 minestimated | 422 km | Estimated from road distance |
Car | 5 hestimated | 422 km | Estimated from road distance |
Great-circle distances. Flight times and car/bus estimates are approximate; car/bus are derived from road distance.
Each option in detail
✈️ By air
El vuelo entre Antofagasta y Iquique dura aproximadamente 1 h (325 km en línea recta).
Airlines that operate or have operated the route (open data from OpenFlights):
🚌 By land (bus and car)
En bus el trayecto ronda las 6 h 50 min. En auto son unos 422 km por ruta, cerca de 5 h de manejo. Son estimaciones a partir de la distancia; los horarios reales de bus llegan con la capa terrestre.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to get from Antofagasta to Iquique?
It depends on the mode: by flight ~1 h, by bus ~6 h 50 min and by car ~5 h.
Are there flights from Antofagasta to Iquique?
Yes. According to OpenFlights open data, the Antofagasta–Iquique route is operated by LAN Airlines, Pal airlines and Sky Airline (may vary). The flight takes about 1 h and covers about 325 km.
Is it better to fly or take the bus from Antofagasta to Iquique?
Flying is much faster (~1 h vs ~6 h 50 min by bus), but the bus is usually cheaper and you don't need to arrive early at the airport.
How long does it take to drive from Antofagasta to Iquique?
It's about 422 km by road, roughly 5 h of driving without stops.
What is the distance between Antofagasta and Iquique?
In a straight line it's about 325 km between Antofagasta and Iquique.
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