How to get from Arica to Iquique
There are 3 ways to get from Arica to Iquique: flight, bus and car. The fastest is by flight (~55 min). By bus it's about 5 h 5 min, usually the cheapest option. It's about 244 km in a straight line.
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| Mode | Approx. time | Distance | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
Flight⚡ Fastest | 55 min | 244 km | Airlines: LAN Airlines, Sky Airline |
Bus | 5 h 5 minestimated | 317 km | Estimated from road distance |
Car | 3 h 45 minestimated | 317 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 Arica y Iquique dura aproximadamente 55 min (244 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 5 h 5 min. En auto son unos 317 km por ruta, cerca de 3 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 Arica to Iquique?
It depends on the mode: by flight ~55 min, by bus ~5 h 5 min and by car ~3 h 45 min.
Are there flights from Arica to Iquique?
Yes. According to OpenFlights open data, the Arica–Iquique route is operated by LAN Airlines and Sky Airline (may vary). The flight takes about 55 min and covers about 244 km.
Is it better to fly or take the bus from Arica to Iquique?
Flying is much faster (~55 min vs ~5 h 5 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 Arica to Iquique?
It's about 317 km by road, roughly 3 h 45 min of driving without stops.
What is the distance between Arica and Iquique?
In a straight line it's about 244 km between Arica and Iquique.
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