- Must visit
Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes
Chile's leading fine arts museum in a landmark 1910 palace. Visit for national and international art plus one of the city's most beautiful interiors.
Flights from Iquique to Santiago depart on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 23m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $38 (€31) if you book in advance.
There are 11 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 00:05, the last at 23:57. The fastest flight covers the 915 miles (1473 km) distance in 2h 12m. April is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 915 miles (1473 km) |
Average flight duration 2h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $38 (€31) |
Flights per day 11 |
Direct flights 11 |
Fastest flight 2h 12m |
First flight 12:05 AM |
Last flight 11:57 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 21 days |
Cheapest price
$92
Average price
$139
Fastest journey
2 h 15 m
Average duration
2 h 15 m
Flights per day
2
Distance
1473 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Iquique to Santiago is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Iquique to Santiago will cost around $139 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $92.
Of the 2 flights that leave Iquique for Santiago onSat, Aug 29, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Aug 29 the direct flights cover the 1473 km distance in an average of 2 h 15 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 2 h 15 m .
On Sat, Aug 29 the longest flights will take 2 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Iquique to Santiago among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $41. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $41, and a flight costs an average of $38.
Distance: 915 miles (1473 km)
Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$173 Average price | $52 Average price Cheapest | $286 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 23m Average total duration Fastest 2h 23m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 24h 47m Average total duration 24h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 20h 19m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular airline | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Iquique to Santiago:
A bus is $121 (€97) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Iquique to Santiago costing on average $173 (€139).
Other travel options to Santiago take longer:
Bus takes on average 24h 17m.
The table below shows live departures for Iquique to Santiago flights for today, Friday, August 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:59 PM Iquique | 2h15 | 1:14 AM Santiago | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, August 29 | |||||
![]() | 1:30 AM Iquique | 2h15 | 3:45 AM Santiago | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last flight of the day. | |||||
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Chile's leading fine arts museum in a landmark 1910 palace. Visit for national and international art plus one of the city's most beautiful interiors.
Compelling museum on human rights abuses during the dictatorship. Essential for understanding modern Chile through multimedia, testimony, and archives.
Interactive pre-Columbian museum in a restored colonial building. Famous for Andean and Mesoamerican collections and clear, engaging interpretation.
Santiago's historic main square, surrounded by key civic and religious buildings. Ideal for architecture, street life, and starting a downtown walk.
Large urban park and hill complex with trails, gardens, pools, and lookouts. A signature Santiago experience for views and open-air recreation.
Leafy cultural district known for mansions, museums, and cafes nearby. Walk here for elegant architecture, galleries, and a relaxed urban atmosphere.
Empanada de pino is Chile’s classic baked pastry filled with beef, onion, egg, olive, and raisins; a staple for fiestas patrias and everyday bakeries.
Pastel de choclo is a baked corn casserole with sweet corn topping over beef or chicken, onion, olives, and egg; a beloved central Chile comfort dish.
Cazuela is a traditional homemade broth with beef or chicken, pumpkin, potato, corn, and rice; valued as hearty Chilean family cooking.
Refined restaurant in a restored mansion, celebrated for contemporary Chilean cuisine and polished fine dining service.
Traditional Fuente de soda famed for oversized sandwiches, completos, and classic casual Santiago dining.
Well-known neighborhood restaurant serving Chilean staples, seafood, and comforting local dishes in a relaxed setting.
Moderate for South America; hotels cost more than in Lima, but dining and metro stay reasonable for tourists.
A 10% restaurant tip is customary and often suggested on the bill. Round up for cafes and taxis; tipping is not expected for short taxi rides.
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Arturo Merino Benítez Airport -> Plaza de Armas, Santiago
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Iquique to Santiago by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Santiago, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Iquique to Santiago flights use the Iquique to Santiago airport pair. Use this guide to compare Iquique and Santiago airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Iquique is 35 km from Iquique city centre. Public transport options include:
Iquique has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several dining options available in the terminal.
Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the terminal. ATMs are aTMs available in the main terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Iquique.
Available at Iquique: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Iquique: Wheelchair accessible facilities available.
Santiago is 8 km from Santiago city centre. Public transport options include:
Santiago has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, and Car Rental.
Food options include: Restaurants available in both domestic and intertiol terminals; options include fast food and Chilean cuisine.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in both domestic and intertiol terminals.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Santiago: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Santiago: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Santiago: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotels nearby include Holiday Inn Santiago Airport, within walking distance..
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