How to travel from Chiclayo to Iquitos, Peru
The distance between Chiclayo and Iquitos is around 1,468km (912 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3h 25m.
3 routes found
We've found 3 different ways to get from Chiclayo to Iquitos by plane, bus, ferry and taxi. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Iquitos → Chiclayo if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Chiclayo (CIX) to Iquitos (IQT).
- Duration3h 25m
- Flight time3h 10m
- Typical cost$135($135)
LATAM Chile
+ 2 othersBus and Ferry
Take the bus to Tarapoto and then to Yurimaguas then take a ferry to Nauta and then to Iquitos.
- Duration2 days 8h
- Departstwice a week
- Typical cost$68($68)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Chiclayo and Iquitos
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Chiclayo to Iquitos by plane, bus, ferry and taxi. The cheapest option is to take the bus and then take a ferry which costs around $68 and will take around 2 days 8h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 3h 25m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately $135.
The distance between Chiclayo and Iquitos is around 1,468km (912 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 804km (499 miles)
It takes around 3h 25m to get from Chiclayo and Iquitos by plane.
The quickest way to get from Chiclayo to Iquitos is to fly which takes around 3h 25m and will set you back approx $135.
The cheapest way to travel between Chiclayo and Iquitos is to take the bus and then take a ferry which will typically cost around $68 for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Chiclayo and Iquitos. We recommend that you fly from Chiclayo (CIX) to Iquitos (IQT). instead which will take 3h 25m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Chiclayo and Iquitos. We recommend that you fly from Chiclayo (CIX) to Iquitos (IQT). instead which will take 3h 25m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Chiclayo and Iquitos. Flights depart from Chiclayo (CIX) and arrive at Iquitos (IQT) - via Lima (LIM). The flight takes around 3h 10m.
There is no direct flight from Chiclayo to Iquitos. There is however a flight that goes via Lima (LIM). This services will take at least 3h 25m (not including layover time).
The flight from Chiclayo to Iquitos typically takes around 3h 10m. Flights depart from Chiclayo (CIX) and and arrive into Iquitos (IQT).
The closest major airport to Iquitos is Crnl. FAP Francisco Secada Vignetta International Airport (IQT) (IQT) which is approximately 8km (5 miles) from Iquitos. Cad. FAP Guillermo del Castillo Paredes Airport (TPP) (TPP) and FAP Captain David Abensur Rengifo International Airport (PCL) (PCL) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Chiclayo to Iquitos. We recommend that you fly from Chiclayo (CIX) to Iquitos (IQT). instead which will take 3h 25m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Chiclayo to Iquitos is to fly which takes, on average, 3h 25m and will usually cost around $135.
Compare travel optionsbetween Chiclayo and Iquitos
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly | 3h 25m | $135($135) | on demand | 1,671km (1,038 miles) |
Bus and Ferry + 1 similar | 2 days 8h | $68($68) | twice a week | 1,514km (941 miles) |
| Bus, Ferry and Taxi | 1 day 7h | $105($105) | 3 times a week | 1,468km (912 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Chiclayo and Iquitos
Airlines
LATAM Chile
Star Peru
Sky Airline
Ferry operators
Transporte Fluvial Romero
Botes Rápidos Magin Pio
Transportes Eduardo
Bus companies
GH Bus
Turismo Universo EIRL
Movil Tours
Airports near Iquitos
The following major airports near Iquitos offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Peru and internationally.
Crnl. FAP Francisco Secada Vignetta International Airport (IQT)
- Distance
- 8km (5 miles) from Iquitos
Cad. FAP Guillermo del Castillo Paredes Airport (TPP)
- Distance
- 463km (288 miles) from Iquitos
FAP Captain David Abensur Rengifo International Airport (PCL)
- Distance
- 536km (333 miles) from Iquitos