Fly private between Arica and La Paz from US$8,000 for a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX). Get an instant quote.
This route runs both ways — Arica (ARI) to La Paz (LPB) and La Paz to Arica — timed and priced alike.
The straight-line distance between Arica and La Paz is about 306 km (190 miles), or 165 nautical miles.
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Chartering a private jet from Arica to La Paz (and La Paz to Arica) ranges from US$8,000 for a turboprop like the Pilatus PC-12 NGX, up to US$15,500 for a very light jet such as the Embraer Phenom 100EV. Charters on this route are dog- and pet-friendly, with in-cabin access for your companion.
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. With seating for 6-9, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. With seating for 4-6, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 1h 01m | 55 min – 1h 07m | US$8,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 50 min | 45 min – 55 min | US$9,500 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 1h 01m | US$8,000 – US$11,000 | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 58 min | US$9,000 – US$12,000 | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 50 min | US$9,500 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 48 min | US$10,500 – US$15,000 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 48 min | US$11,500 – US$16,000 | 4-6 |
The return leg uses the same aircraft and guide pricing; timings may shift up to ±10% depending on winds.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available.
The guide range for Arica–La Paz is derived from the sector distance and typical winds, fuel costs across the regions you cross, and the handling and landing charges levied at both airports. Final pricing is locked once we check live aircraft schedules. International routing adds overflight permits and customs clearance to the final figure.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
Arica, Chile: Chacalluta International Airport and Coronel FAP Carlos Ciriani Santa Rosa International Airport.
La Paz, Bolivia: El Alto International Airport.
| Chacalluta International Airport | El Alto International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | SCAR / ARI | SLLP / LPB |
| Longest hard runway | 9,186 ft | 13,123 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Concrete |
| Field elevation | 167 ft | 13,355 ft |
El Alto International Airport sits at 13,355 ft. At this altitude thinner air lengthens the takeoff roll and cuts maximum weight — expect a payload or fuel trade on arrival.
All 21 aircraft we quote for Arica to La Paz can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Chacalluta International Airport has 9,186 ft and El Alto International Airport 13,123 ft, both comfortably beyond the 6,000 ft the largest types here need, so field length is not what decides the aircraft on this route — cabin size and range are. The leg is 306 km.
Alternates within range: Coronel FAP Carlos Ciriani Santa Rosa International Airport (8,202 ft, 33 km) · El Buitre Airport (3,937 ft, 19 km)
More airport choice means fewer ground miles. We match the airfield to your final address, not the nearest hub.
See the guide range — US$8,000 – US$15,500 — before you even submit a request. No bait-and-switch.
From boarding to arrival, the aircraft is exclusively yours. Discretion is built into every private charter.
Your dog or cat travels in the cabin beside you — never in the hold. Just mention your pet when you enquire.
Demand on Arica–La Paz comes from corporate trips and getaways in equal measure — a international route where private charter pays off in time and privacy.
As a guide, charter ranges US$8,000 – US$15,500 one-way — from a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
Roughly 1h 01m gate to gate across the 306 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
This sector is mainly served by Turboprop, Very Light Jet. We lead with a turboprop for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Arica–La Paz departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Absolutely — pets travel in the cabin with you on this route; just tell us the details when you ask for a quote.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
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