Chachapoyas is served by the small Chachapoyas Airport (CHH) and a main bus terminal, Terminal Terrestre de Chachapoyas. The closest major airport with more frequent flights is Jaén Airport (JAE), located about 4-5 hours away by road.
By Air (via Jaén Airport - JAE):
Fly from Lima (LIM) to Jaén (JAE) with LATAM Airlines. Non-stop flights take approximately 1.5 hours and operate several times per week.
From Jaén Airport, transfer to Chachapoyas by bus or private vehicle. This road journey typically takes 4 to 5 hours. Bus tickets from Jaén to Chachapoyas can cost around $35, with services departing frequently.
By Air (via Chachapoyas Airport - CHH):
Direct flights to Chachapoyas Airport (CHH) from Lima (LIM) are seasonally available, usually between July and August, operated by California Pacific Airlines.
By Bus from Lima:
Direct bus services from Lima to Chachapoyas are available from companies like Movil Bus, Civa, Excluciva, and Superciva. The journey is long, typically taking 22 to 26 hours. Ticket prices generally range from $38 to $86.
By Bus from Chiclayo:
Buses from Chiclayo to Chachapoyas take approximately 9.5 to 10 hours. Fares can range from $12 to $55. Companies include Transportes Chiclayo, Civa, Excluciva, and Movil Bus.
By Bus from Trujillo:
Direct bus services from Trujillo to Chachapoyas, primarily with Movil Bus, take around 15 hours. Ticket costs typically fall between $27 and $46.
By Bus from Cajamarca:
Buses from Cajamarca to Chachapoyas generally take 8 to 10 hours, with tickets around $23.
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