Cheap Flights to Chacalluta International Airport

Exploring Chile’s far north? Discover flights to Chacalluta International Airport (ARI), the gateway to Arica, a sunny desert city near the borders of Peru and Bolivia.

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About Chacalluta International Airport (ARI)

Chacalluta International Airport serves Arica, the capital of Chile’s Arica y Parinacota Region, in the far north of the country. Despite carrying “International” in its name, the airport currently operates domestic flights only, connecting Arica primarily to Santiago and, less frequently, La Serena.

Airport code

ARI (ICAO: SCAR)

Location

Arica, Arica y Parinacota Region, Chile

Airlines serving ARI

 LATAM, Sky Airline, JetSmart

Popular Routes to and from Arica

Santiago dominates Chacalluta’s route network, with a smaller connection to La Serena.

Route Type

Popular Connections

Domestic

Santiago, La Serena

Onward Connections

Available via Santiago to international destinations

Best Time to Book Flights to Arica

Booking a few weeks ahead generally works well for routes into Arica. Demand rises during the Chilean summer holiday season, so booking further ahead is recommended for travel during that period.

About Arica

Arica is Chile’s northernmost city, known for its warm, dry desert climate and sandy beaches along the Pacific coast. The city’s proximity to the Atacama Desert and the borders of both Peru and Bolivia makes it a popular starting point for exploring this remote and dramatic corner of South America.

Things to Know When Flying Into Arica

LATAM operates the largest number of scheduled flights at Chacalluta, with around 17 weekly departures.
Santiago accounts for about 89% of all weekly departures from Arica, making it by far the airport’s dominant route.
There are no direct international flights from Chacalluta; connections route through Santiago.
Tacna Airport in nearby Peru offers an alternative for travelers with flexible cross-border plans.

FAQs —Flights to Chacalluta International Airport

LATAM, Sky Airline, and JetSmart serve Chacalluta International Airport, primarily connecting Arica to Santiago and La Serena.

The flight from Santiago to Arica takes about 2 hours and 25 to 32 minutes and covers approximately 1,039 miles.

Despite its name, Chacalluta currently operates domestic flights only, connecting to Santiago and La Serena within Chile.

Santiago is by far the busiest route from Arica, accounting for around 89% of all weekly departures.

Booking a few weeks ahead generally works well for routes into Arica, with earlier booking recommended during the Chilean summer holiday season.

Arica is Chile's northernmost city, known for its warm desert climate, sandy beaches, and proximity to the Atacama Desert and the borders of Peru and Bolivia.

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