How to get from Arequipa to Juliaca
There are 3 ways to get from Arequipa to Juliaca: flight, bus and car. The fastest is by flight (~50 min). By bus it's about 3 h 45 min, usually the cheapest option. It's about 180 km in a straight line.
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| Mode | Approx. time | Distance | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
Flight⚡ Fastest | 50 min | 180 km | Airlines: AeroMéxico, LAN Airlines |
Bus | 3 h 45 minestimated | 234 km | Estimated from road distance |
Car | 2 h 45 minestimated | 234 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 Arequipa y Juliaca dura aproximadamente 50 min (180 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 3 h 45 min. En auto son unos 234 km por ruta, cerca de 2 h 45 min 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 Arequipa to Juliaca?
It depends on the mode: by flight ~50 min, by bus ~3 h 45 min and by car ~2 h 45 min.
Are there flights from Arequipa to Juliaca?
Yes. According to OpenFlights open data, the Arequipa–Juliaca route is operated by AeroMéxico and LAN Airlines (may vary). The flight takes about 50 min and covers about 180 km.
Is it better to fly or take the bus from Arequipa to Juliaca?
Flying is much faster (~50 min vs ~3 h 45 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 Arequipa to Juliaca?
It's about 234 km by road, roughly 2 h 45 min of driving without stops.
What is the distance between Arequipa and Juliaca?
In a straight line it's about 180 km between Arequipa and Juliaca.
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