Cheap flights to Arica
Air connections to Chile's northernmost port are served by Chacalluta International Airport, located 15 kilometers from the center of Arica. The main flow of passengers arrives from Santiago, from where 64 weekly flights connect the capital with this border region. Regular flights are also available from La Serena, with services operating 3 times a week, making it easy to plan a trip along the Pacific coast.
Currently, three airlines maintain flight operations to this region, ensuring reliable connections with other cities in the country. Key carriers include Latam Airlines Group, Sky Airline, and the low-cost carrier JetSmart, offering various flight options. Detailed departure city cards are provided below on the page, where you can choose a convenient route and find information about the weather and how to get to the city from the terminal.
Flight insights to Arica
Data-driven trends for direct flights to Arica — how often airlines fly, where passengers come from, and typical fares and flight times.
Direct routes & fares
Popular non-stop routes to Arica range from La Serena at $51 to Calama at $279 — a quick way to compare direct-flight fares.
Cheapest departure cities
The cheapest places to fly to Arica from right now are La Serena from $51, Santiago from $61 and Concepción from $65.
Longest direct flights
The longest direct flight to Arica is from Hanga Roa at about 5h 46m, followed by Punta Arenas (5h 26m) and Puerto Natales (5h 14m).
- Hanga Roa5h 46m
- Punta Arenas5h 26m
- Puerto Natales5h 14m
- El Calafate5h 2m
- Balmaceda4h 24m
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ChileFrequently asked questions
- How many cities have flights to Arica?
- Regular direct flights to Arica are operated from 2 cities in Chile. Most of the air traffic is concentrated on domestic routes, linking the northern region with the central and southern parts of the country.
- Which cities have the most frequent flights to Arica?
- The highest number of flights arrives from Santiago — airlines operate 64 flights weekly. The second most significant route is La Serena, with 3 flights scheduled per week.
- How many airlines fly to Arica?
- Three airlines provide service on this route. The largest carriers operating regular flights include Latam Airlines Group, Sky Airline, and the budget airline JetSmart.
- Which airports receive flights in Arica?
- All regular flights arrive at Chacalluta International Airport (ARI). The airport is located 15 kilometers north of the city, near the border with Peru.
- How to find cheap tickets to Arica?
- To find the most competitive fares, it is recommended to monitor offers from Sky Airline and JetSmart. Booking in advance and choosing high-frequency flights from Santiago typically helps in finding more affordable options.