Travelling from Calama El Loa Airport (CJC) to Rio de Janeiro: what you need to know
Calama (the location of Calama El Loa Airport) and Rio de Janeiro are in the same timezone — UTC-3.
For a relaxed start to your CJC to Rio de Janeiro flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like June, it's wise to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
Whether you'd like to visit a new place along the way or just have a break, we make it a breeze to find plane tickets from CJC to Rio de Janeiro with a stopover. To check out your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Intl Airport (SCL) is a top connection hub.
Located around 5 kilometres from central Calama, CJC can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 25 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near CJC. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Calama El Loa Airport to Rio de Janeiro or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Calama El Loa Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 81% of flights that take off from CJC arrive at their destination as scheduled.
How to find the cheapest flights from Calama El Loa Airport (CJC) to Rio de Janeiro
R 3,096 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Calama El Loa Airport to Rio de Janeiro flight. A return plane ticket right now is R 6,408. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from CJC to Rio de Janeiro. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Calama El Loa Airport to Rio de Janeiro across every month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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Airports in Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG)
The distance from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG) to central Rio de Janeiro is roughly 19 kilometres. It takes around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes around 1 hour if you're travelling by public transport.
If you have a late flight from Calama El Loa Airport to Rio de Janeiro, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near GIG:
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from CJC to Rio de Janeiro.
Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
The centre of Rio de Janeiro is located around 5 kilometres from Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU). After your flight from Calama El Loa Airport to Rio de Janeiro has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of around 10 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take about 20 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places ready to welcome you near SDU. Kick back and get cosy after your CJC to Rio de Janeiro flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Avoid paying extra. Reserving your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at SDU can get you a lower rate.
Jacarepagua - Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ)
Head to the city centre after your flight from Calama El Loa Airport to Rio de Janeiro has touched down. Central Rio de Janeiro is about 27 kilometres from Jacarepagua - Roberto Marinho Airport (RRJ) and takes roughly 45 minutes to reach by car.
Public transport can get you there in around 1 hour 15 minutes.
If you don't want to make the journey into the centre, head for a hotel close to RRJ. Get comfortable at one of these options after your CJC to Rio de Janeiro flight:
Booking at least a few weeks in advance of your flight from Calama El Loa Airport to Rio de Janeiro is a smart way to go. Along with better prices, you'll be able to choose the vehicle make and model you prefer at RRJ.
Best time to go to Rio de Janeiro
January is the busiest month for flights from Calama El Loa Airport to Rio de Janeiro. To avoid the crowds, plan your trip to Rio de Janeiro in December.
Before booking a Calama El Loa Airport to Rio de Janeiro plane ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Rio de Janeiro, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from CJC to Rio de Janeiro in July if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) on average.
More about Rio de Janeiro
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Rio de Janeiro right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Calama El Loa Airport to Rio de Janeiro:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Christ the Redeemer, Track Corcovado, Christ Redeemer and Rio de Janeiro Carnival are attractions you won't want to skip in Rio de Janeiro.
Explore more of Brazil
Sao Paulo is just one of the many places in Brazil waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Rio de Janeiro. Around 354 kilometres away to the west, top sights here include Ibirapuera Park, Avenida Paulista and Pinacoteca Do Estado De Sao Paulo.
If you're ready to explore another major destination in Brazil, consider Belo Horizonte, about 338 kilometres north of Rio de Janeiro. Conjunto Moderno da Pampulha, Casa do Baile and Igreja São Francisco de Assis are key reasons to visit.