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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight to Calama Airport? If you want to travel to Calama Airport next month, return fares start from $2,363. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

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Airports near Calama

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Frequently asked questions

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct to Calama. But we found flights with one or more stops from $2,352.
The cheapest month to fly to Calama is usually June.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Calama but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Australia and Calama Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
The best price we found for a return flight to Calama is $2,363. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that the cheapest date to fly to Calama Airport is Sunday, 21 June 2026.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Calama is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Jetstar offers the cheapest flight tickets to Calama.

Flying to Calama

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$2,352
Cheapest month to flyJune

Discover Calama

How to find cheap flights to Calama El Loa Airport (CJC)

  • The lowest price currently available for a one-way flight to Calama El Loa Airport is $1,376. A return plane ticket to CJC right now is $2,352.

  • Book when the time is right with Price Alerts. You'll receive an email or a notification through the app if the price of tickets to CJC changes.

  • Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to lock in the lowest price on tickets to Calama, where Calama El Loa Airport is located, if you book as early as possible. Airlines tend to offer some great early bird discounts.

  • Select the 'Add nearby airports' option and widen your search for cheap flights to Calama. This will show you all the airports around your departure and destination points.

  • If you aren't in a hurry to get to Calama, consider taking a little detour. You might find cheaper plane tickets to Calama El Loa Airport if you book a flight with one or more stops.

Best time to go to Calama

  • May is typically the cheapest month to jump on a flight to Calama.

  • If you're flexible with your dates, take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll help you find the cheapest month, and even day of the year, for flights to CJC.

  • If you'd like to experience Calama at its liveliest, book your flights to CJC for June. Holidaying during peak periods typically means there's more to see and do than at other times of the year.

  • The quietest time of the year to go is December. Lock in your plane tickets to Calama then and enjoy the top attractions at a more relaxed pace.

  • The weather can make or break a trip, so consider the type of conditions you enjoy travelling in. Calama is warmest in November, averaging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).

  • Temperatures are at their lowest in July, when they range from 1ºC (34ºF) to 22ºC (72ºF).

  • April is the driest month in Calama. Forget the umbrella and enjoy mostly clear skies.

  • The wettest time of year is February. Plan your getaway then and you can expect to get around three days of rainfall.

Flying to Calama El Loa Airport (CJC): What you need to know

  • Offering direct flights to Calama El Loa Airport, these top airlines make travelling to Calama nice and easy:

  • If you want to fly with the carrier that leads the way for punctuality, book your CJC plane ticket with LATAM Airlines. Up to 87% of its flights into this airport arrive according to schedule.

  • CJC is in the UTC-3 timezone.

  • Whether you're arriving late or simply want the convenience of staying close by, you'll find some comfortable hotels near Calama El Loa Airport. Relax and recharge at one of these after your flight to CJC:

  • Calama El Loa Airport ranks well for punctuality, with up to 81% of outbound flights reaching their destination as scheduled. That's good news whether you have a connection or you're flying back home.

  • Calama El Loa Airport is located in Calama, Antofagasta Region, Chile.

Getting to central Calama from Calama El Loa Airport (CJC)

  • The distance from CJC to central Calama is about 8 kilometres.

  • After landing from your flight to CJC, expect a drive to the centre of around 15 minutes.

  • Expect the ride to take about 25 minutes on public transport.

  • If you'd like to stay close to all the action in Calama, book a room at one of these comfortable options:

Calama highlights

  • Step off your flight to Calama and make a beeline for these must-visit attractions:

    • Mina de Chuquicamata: An ideal place to start your city tour, this landmark is around 2 kilometres northeast of the city centre.

    • Parque para la Preservacion de la Memoria Historica: Take a tour of this landmark next. About 3 kilometres southeast of the city centre, it's also worth a visit to get the full Calama experience.

How to get to San Pedro de Atacama from Calama El Loa Airport (CJC)

  • The nearby city of San Pedro de Atacama is about 105 kilometres from CJC. Heading into the centre by taxi or ride-share should take around 1 hour 10 minutes.

Travelling from Calama El Loa Airport (CJC) to Chuquicamata

  • If Chuquicamata is your chosen stop, it's around 19 kilometres from Calama El Loa Airport.

Explore more of Chile

  • There's plenty more of Chile waiting for you to discover. Around 193 kilometres southwest of Calama, set off for Antofagasta. On the must-do list? Start with Playa Paraiso, La Portada and Poruna Volcano. The closest airport to this city is Andres Sabella Galvez International Airport (ANF).

  • Another city in Chile that has plenty of appeal is Iquique. From Calama, it's roughly 290 kilometres northwest and features highlights like Playa Cavancha and Playa Brava. Work in a visit to Dunas de Iquique too.

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