What percentage of Santiago de Chile to Antofagasta flights are direct?

In the trailing 90 days, a significant majority of flights from Santiago de Chile to Antofagasta were direct, accounting for 87.1% of all observed routes. For the instances where connecting flights were necessary, travelers typically encountered one stopover. This indicates that direct options are widely available for this route, making it convenient for many travelers.

How many hours is the flight from Santiago de Chile to Antofagasta?

The median direct flight time from Santiago de Chile to Antofagasta is approximately 3 hours and 51 minutes. This route covers a distance of 1107 kilometers. If a flight includes one stop, the median duration typically extends to about 5 hours and 54 minutes. Travelers can generally expect a relatively short journey for direct flights.

How often do Santiago de Chile to Antofagasta flight prices drop?

Historically, flight prices for the Santiago de Chile to Antofagasta route have shown frequent drops. This suggests that travelers may often find opportunities to secure more favorable fares. The consistent price fluctuations indicate that it can be beneficial to monitor this route for potential savings. This route is classified as having frequent price changes.

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Santiago de Chile to Antofagasta: Overview

Insights for flights from Santiago de Chile to Antofagasta

A typical journey from Santiago de Chile to Antofagasta takes about 3h 57m, including any connections. This reflects the overall travel time for itineraries on this route. The distance between Santiago de Chile and Antofagasta is 1107 kilometers, classifying it as a short-haul route. This relatively short distance contributes to the overall efficiency of travel between these two cities.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Santiago de Chile to Antofagasta, fares typically range from $61–$137, with a median of $86. Right now, current fares are below the typical level, which can present good value. Approximately 49% of recent fares have been classified as a good price, indicating that favorable pricing is often available on this route. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find competitive prices.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Santiago de Chile to Antofagasta, October and November stand out as the most affordable months, both with a median fare of $52. April is also a strong contender, with a median fare of $58. These months offer the lowest median prices, making them ideal for budget-conscious travelers.

For flights from Santiago de Chile to Antofagasta, almost all itineraries are non-stop, with 87.1% of recent fares being direct flights. This high percentage of direct options means you are very likely to find a convenient non-stop journey. For the few itineraries that do include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 1.

How much is a round trip from Santiago de Chile to Antofagasta

Regular price: $123 - $182

Prices for flights from Santiago de Chile to Antofagasta are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between 123 USD and 182 USD. The current lowest deal is 29 USD with Sky Airline for travel from Aug 13-Aug 15.

now $29

Low $123

High $182

The cheapest time to fly from Santiago de Chile to Antofagasta

The cheapest month to fly from SCL to ANF is October, with a median price of 52 USD. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of 173 USD. Prices are generally lower from April to November.

October

Cheapest

Flights from $52

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $173

Jan

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Santiago de Chile to Antofagasta

B&H Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Santiago de Chile to Antofagasta

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

SCL - Antofagasta

Santiago de Chile (SCL) - Antofagasta (ANF)

Sky Airline

$173

$29

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

SCL - Antofagasta

Santiago de Chile (SCL) - Antofagasta (ANF)

B&H Airlines

$147

$36

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

SCL - Antofagasta

Santiago de Chile (SCL) - Antofagasta (ANF)

$167

$46

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

SCL - Antofagasta

Santiago de Chile (SCL) - Antofagasta (ANF)

B&H Airlines

$296

$72

One-way

Fri, Aug 14

⌛ Last-Minute

SCL - Antofagasta

Santiago de Chile (SCL) - Antofagasta (ANF)

Sky Airline

$164

$42

One-way

Sat, Aug 15

⌛ Last-Minute

SCL - Antofagasta

Santiago de Chile (SCL) - Antofagasta (ANF)

LATAM Chile

$158

$47

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Santiago de Chile to Antofagasta

1 night

Aug 13 - Aug 14

$296 → $72

76%

2 nights

Aug 19 - Aug 21

$211 → $59

72%

5 nights

Aug 18 - Aug 23

$207 → $58

72%

2 nights

Aug 13 - Aug 15

$173 → $29

83%

Popular Airports to fly from Santiago de Chile to Antofagasta

Santiago de Chile - Antofagasta route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Santiago de Chile to Antofagasta are below the typical level at $29.

📅 Best time to fly

October and November are cheapest at $52

Historically, October and November are the cheapest months to fly, with median prices at $52.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 3h 57m

The typical direct flight duration from Santiago de Chile to Antofagasta is 3 hours 57 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Direct flights are dominant

Direct flights are dominant on this route, making up 87.1% of recent flight options.

🏆 Airline highlight

Sky Airline offers a $29 deal

Sky Airline recently offered a deal for $29 from Santiago de Chile to Antofagasta.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Santiago de Chile to Antofagasta are frequent, appearing often.

Santiago de Chile main airports to depart from

Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International (SCL)

Cheapest

Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International is the cheapest option for flights from Santiago de Chile to Antofagasta.

📍 ~20 km from Santiago de Chile city center.

💸 Flights from ~$86

Antofagasta main airports to arrive at

Andrés Sabella Gálvez International (ANF)

Cheapest

Andrés Sabella Gálvez International Airport is a convenient arrival point for Antofagasta.

📍 ~20 km from Antofagasta (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$86

Airports nearby Antofagasta used as alternative

El Loa (CJC)

El Loa is the closest alternative airport to Antofagasta, offering a domestic connection within Chile.

📍 ~200 km from Antofagasta (requires a land transfer through desert terrain)

💸 Flights from ~$45

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Antofagasta

$227

Save $412

LATAM Chile

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Antofagasta

Historically, the optimal time to book flights from Santiago de Chile to Antofagasta is typically between 28 and 59 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $66. Booking within 0-6 days of departure generally saw prices around $123, while waiting until 14-27 days out resulted in an average price of $191. Planning ahead by 28-59 days often yields more favorable rates.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Santiago de Chile to Antofagasta was considered to be $61 or less. The median price for this route was $86. Prices in the upper quartile, meaning more expensive fares, were around $137. Travelers aiming for a budget-friendly option should look for fares at or below the $61 threshold.

Historically, October and November have been the cheapest months to fly from Santiago de Chile to Antofagasta, both with a median price of $52. April also offered competitive pricing, with a median of $58. These months typically present more affordable options compared to the annual median price of $86 for this route. Travelers seeking lower fares might consider planning their trips during these times.

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Santiago de Chile to Antofagasta: Overview

Insights for flights from Santiago de Chile to Antofagasta

How much is a round trip from Santiago de Chile to Antofagasta

Regular price: $123 - $182

Prices for flights from Santiago de Chile to Antofagasta are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between 123 USD and 182 USD. The current lowest deal is 29 USD with Sky Airline for travel from Aug 13-Aug 15.

now $29

Low $123

High $182

The cheapest time to fly from Santiago de Chile to Antofagasta

October

Cheapest

Flights from $52

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $173

Jan

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Santiago de Chile to Antofagasta

B&H Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Santiago de Chile to Antofagasta

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

SCL - Antofagasta

Santiago de Chile (SCL) - Antofagasta (ANF)

Sky Airline

$173

$29

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

SCL - Antofagasta

Santiago de Chile (SCL) - Antofagasta (ANF)

B&H Airlines

$147

$36

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

SCL - Antofagasta

Santiago de Chile (SCL) - Antofagasta (ANF)

$167

$46

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

SCL - Antofagasta

Santiago de Chile (SCL) - Antofagasta (ANF)

B&H Airlines

$296

$72

One-way

Fri, Aug 14

⌛ Last-Minute

SCL - Antofagasta

Santiago de Chile (SCL) - Antofagasta (ANF)

Sky Airline

$164

$42

One-way

Sat, Aug 15

⌛ Last-Minute

SCL - Antofagasta

Santiago de Chile (SCL) - Antofagasta (ANF)

LATAM Chile

$158

$47

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Santiago de Chile to Antofagasta

1 night

Aug 13 - Aug 14

$296 → $72

76%

2 nights

Aug 19 - Aug 21

$211 → $59

72%

5 nights

Aug 18 - Aug 23

$207 → $58

72%

2 nights

Aug 13 - Aug 15

$173 → $29

83%

Popular Airports to fly from Santiago de Chile to Antofagasta