Layover in Antofagasta (ANF)
Andrés Sabella Gálvez International Airport (ANF). Here's how much of a layover you can really use, and what fits in it.
About Antofagasta
Antofagasta is a city in Northern Chile. The Atacama desert rises in the east and the Pacfic Ocean provides a western limit. This is an industrial centre in the region and is perhaps the least pleasant city in the north. A refurbished seafront makes this city more attractive for tourists. Travellers heading to San Pedro de Atacama and between the far north and central Chile might find it a convenient stopover.
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How much time can you use?
After getting off the plane, immigration for international arrivals, the trip into town and back, and security.
| Layover | Domestic arrival | International arrival |
|---|---|---|
| 4 hours | Stay at the airport | Head straight to your gate |
| 6 hours | About 3h 13m in the city | About 1h 38m in the city |
| 8 hours | About 5h 13m in the city | About 3h 38m in the city |
| 12 hours | About 9h 13m in the city | About 7h 38m in the city |
Getting into Antofagasta
About 36m each way by train, bus or taxi to the center, roughly 23 km (14 mi). This is an estimate based on distance; the planner checks real transit times for your exact flight.
Questions
Can I leave the airport on a layover in Antofagasta?
On a domestic connection, you need roughly 5 hours or more to get into Antofagasta and back with time to enjoy it. If you're arriving internationally and must clear immigration, plan on about 6 hours or more.
How do I get from ANF to central Antofagasta?
Allow about 36m each way by train, bus or taxi to the center; the center is about 23 km (14 mi) from the airport.
How early should I head back to ANF?
Be back through security about 1h 20m before a domestic departure and 2h 10m before an international one, plus the ride back.
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Guide data from OurAirports, © OpenStreetMap contributors and Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA). Times are estimates for planning; check transit schedules and airline rules before you leave the airport.