Flying from Pres Ibanez Airport (PUQ) to El Loa Airport (CJC): what you need to know
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your PUQ to CJC flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Pres Ibanez Airport (PUQ) to El Loa Airport (CJC)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Pres Ibanez Airport to El Loa Airport flight is $102. A return ticket right now is $539. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from PUQ to CJC. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Pres Ibanez Airport to El Loa Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices across each month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Pres Ibanez Airport (PUQ)
Pres Ibanez Airport has a strong on-time performance, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from PUQ touch down on schedule 80.28% of the time.
Pres Ibanez Airport is around 23 kilometres from central Punta Arenas. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Need a handy place to stay before your flight from Pres Ibanez Airport to El Loa Airport? Hospedaje Isla Magdalena and Cabaña Nothofagus PUQ are close to PUQ. They're an especially great option if you're catching an early flight.
Arriving at El Loa Airport (CJC)
If you're getting in on a late Pres Ibanez Airport to El Loa Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near CJC:
Begin your adventure by picking up an El Loa Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from united rent a car, Street Rent a Car or United and experience the lesser-explored corners of Calama and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from El Loa Airport around one week ahead.
Getting from El Loa Airport (CJC) to central Calama
El Loa Airport is roughly 6 kilometres from central Calama. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
When to fly to El Loa Airport (CJC)
June is the most popular month for flights from Pres Ibanez Airport to El Loa Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Calama in April.
Book your flight from Pres Ibanez Airport to El Loa Airport for November if you want to visit Calama during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from PUQ to CJC in July. Average temperatures are between 1ºC (34ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) then.
Explore more of Chile
You've done Calama, now it's time to discover other parts of Chile. Journey about 193 kilometres south-west to Antofagasta to tick off its must-visit sights. From La Portada to Huanchaca Ruins Museum and Plaza Colon, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Iquique is another favourite destination in Chile and is around 274 kilometres north-west of Calama. No trip is complete without a visit to Playa Cavancha, Baquedano Street and Zone Franca de Iquique Zofri.
