The airport is about 6 km south of the city center; taxis take approximately 15 minutes.
Things to do at Diego Aracena Airport (IQQ)
Diego Aracena AirportIQQ
At the airport
Things to do in Diego Aracena Airport
Iquique is a free-trade port city on Chile's northern Atacama coast, combining a well-preserved Victorian wooden architecture district with world-class paragliding off the towering coastal cliffs above the Pacific. Plaza Prat and the ornate Teatro Municipal anchor the heritage quarter. The Zofri duty-free shopping zone is Chile's largest, and UNESCO-listed Humberstone and Santa Laura ghost towns — preserved remnants of the nitrate-boom era — are about 47 km inland.
Insider intel
Top Tips for Diego Aracena Airport
- Humberstone ghost town is 47 km east via the Pan-American Highway — allow 2–3 hours round trip including a proper site visit.
- Zofri duty-free zone has electronics, spirits, and goods significantly cheaper than Chilean retail prices — bring your passport to shop.
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1 Sanctifly partner lounge at Diego Aracena Airport. Each is bookable with points.
100 points per guestSalon Iquique
Travelers flying through Diego Aracena Airport (IQQ) in Iquique, Chile can find the Salon Iquique airport lounge in the Main Terminal on the airside. After you complete the passport control and pass the security check, continue into the departures area and head up to level 2, where the lounge is located. Because it’s situated airside, Salon Iquique is only accessible once you’ve cleared the required checkpoints, making it a convenient stop to relax and recharge before your flight. If you’re planning your travel through Diego Aracena Airport, allow a few extra minutes after security to reach level 2 and settle into the Salon Iquique lounge comfortably before boarding.Book Now
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