Driving from Iquique to Santiago
Santiago lies 1,473 km (916 mi) south of Iquique, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 22 h 28 min without stops, over roughly 1,798 km (1,117 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Iquique | Santiago | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Chile | Chile |
| Population | 199,587 | 4.8 million |
| Elevation | 15 m (49 ft) | 556 m (1,824 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-3 (America/Santiago) | UTC-3 (America/Santiago) |
| Postal codes | 1100000 | 8320000 |
Where to book car hire from Iquique to Santiago
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Staying in Santiago
Our booking partner lists 2,634+ places to stay in Santiago (statistics below are from the first 1,000). Of the 636 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (395), and 23 are five-star. Across 361 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.6 out of 10. Guests have left 486,143 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Santiago from Iquique?
1,473 km (916 mi) in a straight line, south of Iquique; by road roughly 1,798 km (1,117 mi).
How long does it take to get from Iquique to Santiago by car?
About 22 h 28 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Iquique and Santiago?
No, both are on America/Santiago at the moment.
Where can I stay in Santiago?
Our booking partner lists 2,634+ places to stay in Santiago, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.