Direct (nonstop) flights from Iquique to Santiago

3 airlines fly nonstop from Diego Aracena International (IQQ) to Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport (SCL). It's 885 miles (1,425 km), about 2h 15m in the air. Operated by Sky Airline, JetSMART, LATAM Airlines.

IQQ
Diego Aracena International
🇨🇱 Iquique, Chile
SCL
Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport
🇨🇱 Santiago, Chile
Flight Time
2h 15m
Distance
885 mi
1,425 km
CO₂/pax
164 kg
−26 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
Sky Airline +2
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Sky Airline Sky Airline JetSMART JetSMART LATAM Airlines LATAM Airlines

Route data last updated: May 28, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Sky Airline H2 Sky Airline
Route
IQQ → SCL
Flight Time
2h 15m
Distance
885 mi
JetSMART JA JetSMART
Route
IQQ → SCL
Flight Time
2h 15m
Distance
885 mi
LATAM Airlines LA LATAM Airlines
Route
IQQ → SCL
Flight Time
2h 15m
Distance
885 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Iquique to Santiago with one stop · direct emits 164 kg CO₂ per passenger

IQQ LSC (La Serena) SCL
Leg 1: 1h 50m (648 mi) Leg 2: 56m (240 mi) Total: ~2h 46m 🍃 190 kg CO₂ (+16% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IQQ → LSC
1h 50m · 648 mi
View IQQ to LSC flights →
Leg 2
LSC → SCL
56m · 240 mi
View LSC to SCL flights →
IQQ CCP (Concepcion) SCL
Leg 1: 2h 46m (1,131 mi) Leg 2: 1h 8m (266 mi) Total: ~3h 54m 🍃 265 kg CO₂ (+62% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IQQ → CCP
2h 46m · 1,131 mi
View IQQ to CCP flights →
Leg 2
CCP → SCL
1h 8m · 266 mi
View CCP to SCL flights →
IQQ VVI (Santa Cruz) SCL
Leg 1: 1h 50m (501 mi) Leg 2: 3h 9m (1,184 mi) Total: ~4h 59m 🍃 318 kg CO₂ (+94% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IQQ → VVI
1h 50m · 501 mi
View IQQ to VVI flights →
Leg 2
VVI → SCL
3h 9m · 1,184 mi
View VVI to SCL flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Iquique to Santiago?

A nonstop flight from Iquique (IQQ) to Santiago (SCL) takes approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes. The distance is 885 miles (1,425 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Iquique to Santiago?

3 airlines: Sky Airline, JetSMART, LATAM Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Iquique to Santiago?

Yes. 3 airlines: Sky Airline, JetSMART, LATAM Airlines.

How far is Iquique from Santiago?

The flight distance from Iquique to Santiago is 885 miles (1,425 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as London to Madrid.

What type of aircraft flies from Iquique to Santiago?

At 2h 15m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Iquique to Santiago?

Roughly 164 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 820 km.

Is the return flight from Santiago to Iquique also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Iquique to Santiago?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Diego Aracena International for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.