How to travel from Iquique to Viña del Mar, Chile

The distance between Iquique and Viña del Mar is around 1,599km (994 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly and then take the bus which takes around 4h 35m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Iquique to Viña del Mar by plane, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Plane and Bus

Fly from Iquique (IQQ) to Santiago (SCL) then take the bus to Viña del Mar.

  • Duration4h 35m
  • Flight time2h 10m
  • Typical cost
    $145($145)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Bus

Take the bus to Viña del Mar.

  • Duration24hrs
  • Departstwice daily
  • Typical cost
    $35($35)
Operated by

Pullman Bus

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Drive

Drive to Viña del Mar.

  • Duration19h 45m
  • Distance1,736km (1,079 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Iquique and Viña del Mar

There are several options for getting from Iquique to Viña del Mar by plane, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around $35 and will take around 24hrs. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and then take the bus and arrive in approximately 4h 35m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately $145.

The distance between Iquique and Viña del Mar is around 1,599km (994 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,431km (889 miles)

It takes around 4h 35m to get from Iquique and Viña del Mar by plane and bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 19h 45m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Iquique to Viña del Mar is to fly and then take the bus which takes around 4h 35m and will set you back approx $145.

The cheapest way to travel between Iquique and Viña del Mar, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around $35 for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Iquique and Viña del Mar. We recommend that you fly from Iquique (IQQ) to Santiago (SCL) then take the bus to Viña del Mar. instead which will take 4h 35m.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Iquique and Viña del Mar. It typically takes around 24hrs and departs once daily.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Iquique and Viña del Mar with no changeovers required. The bus runs once daily and takes 24hrs.

Pullman Bus, Pullman San Andrés and Pullman Bus Costa Central run regular bus services between Iquique and Viña del Mar. Buses run once daily and take around 24hrs on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Iquique to Viña del Mar. We recommend that you fly from Iquique (IQQ) to Santiago (SCL) then take the bus to Viña del Mar. instead which will take 4h 35m.

The closest major airport to Viña del Mar is Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport (SCL) (SCL) which is approximately 82km (51 miles) from Viña del Mar. La Florida Airport (LSC) (LSC) and Carriel Sur International Airport (CCP) (CCP) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Iquique and Viña del Mar. The distance is around 1,736km (1,079 miles) by road and it will take around 19h 45m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Iquique to Viña del Mar is to fly and then take the bus which takes, on average, 4h 35m and will usually cost around $145.

How do I get from Iquique to Viña del Mar

Compare travel optionsbetween Iquique and Viña del Mar

Transport options from Iquique to Viña del Mar
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Plane and Bus
4h 35m
$145($145)
twice daily1,599km (994 miles)
Bus + 1 similar
24hrs
$35($35)
twice daily1,736km (1,079 miles)
Bus via Santiago1 day 3h
$58($58)
every 20 mins1,953km (1,213 miles)
Drive
19h 45m
$180($180)
on demand1,736km (1,079 miles)

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Airports near Viña del Mar

The following major airports near Viña del Mar offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Chile and internationally.

SCL
Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport (SCL)
International Airport
Distance
82km (51 miles) from Viña del Mar
LSC
La Florida Airport (LSC)
Domestic Airport
Distance
347km (216 miles) from Viña del Mar
CCP
Carriel Sur International Airport (CCP)
International Airport
Distance
439km (273 miles) from Viña del Mar