Santiago Chile to Arica

Santiago Chile to Arica

Santiago Chile
Arica
Mon, Jun 3
One Way
NaN Passengers

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$51
 
 
$198

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Santiago Chile to Arica Schedule

Santiago Chile to Arica Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Sky Airline Economy #H230005:41 - 08:19CLP 65,104
Sky Airline Economy #H230006:29 - 09:10CLP 252,534
Cikbus Elite Sleeper 08:00 - 15:00CLP 62,895
Ramos Cholele Semi Sleeper 11:30 - 18:30CLP 52,500
Covalle Sleeper 12:00 - 19:00CLP 57,750
Sky Airline Economy #H230215:15 - 17:53CLP 117,649
Ramos Cholele Semi Sleeper 16:00 - 23:00CLP 47,250
Pullman San Andress Express 18:20 - 01:20CLP 67,200
Gentour Sleeper 21:30 - 04:30CLP 57,750
Pullman Bus Private Sleeper 23:30 - 06:30CLP 61,950

Transportation from Santiago Chile to Arica

Facts about the transport from Santiago Chile to Arica

Cheapest Transport$51
Fastest Transport2h 39m
Earliest Departure4:33 AM
Latest Departure11:00 PM
Departures per day15
Distance350 kilometers
Transport CompaniesCikbus Elite, LATAM Airlines Group, Ramos Cholele, Sky Airline

How to get from Santiago Chile to Arica

When you want to get from Santiago Chile to Arica, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Bus

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Bus ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A flight ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 197.14. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 50.08.

How far is Santiago Chile from Arica?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Santiago Chile to Arica. Your trip will be a total of 218 miles (350 km). The flying distance is 1401 miles (2253 km).

How long does it take to get from Santiago Chile to Arica?

The travel time from Santiago Chile to Arica can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 3 to 7 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Santiago Chile to Arica?

The cost of the trip from Santiago Chile to Arica varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Cikbus Elite: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 50.08 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a flight - a one-way flight ticket can cost as much as USD 197.14.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Santiago Chile to Arica:

  • Bus tickets - USD 50.08 to USD 69.60;
  • Plane tickets - USD 104.62 to USD 197.14;

How many trips per day are there between Santiago Chile and Arica?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Buses start plying the route from 08:00 - you can also take a bus as late as 23:00. There are 10 available bus trips every day.
  • Flights from Santiago Chile to Arica depart during the day - there are approximately 5 departures a day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Santiago Chile to Arica. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is USD 104.62.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

  • It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
  • Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Santiago Chile to Arica

LATAM Airlines Group, Sky Airline

Buses

Taking a bus from Santiago Chile to Arica is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.
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The most popular transport from Santiago Chile to Arica

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Santiago Chile to Arica? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 100% decided to go for a bus.