How to get from Iquique to Antofagasta
There are 3 ways to get from Iquique to Antofagasta: 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, 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 Iquique y Antofagasta 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 Iquique to Antofagasta?
It depends on the mode: by flight ~1 h, by bus ~6 h 50 min and by car ~5 h.
Are there flights from Iquique to Antofagasta?
Yes. According to OpenFlights open data, the Iquique–Antofagasta route is operated by LAN 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 Iquique to Antofagasta?
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 Iquique to Antofagasta?
It's about 422 km by road, roughly 5 h of driving without stops.
What is the distance between Iquique and Antofagasta?
In a straight line it's about 325 km between Iquique and Antofagasta.
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