Travelling from London to El Loa Airport (CJC): What you need to know
London has numerous airports to take off from. Explore your departure options from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) when planning your flight from London to El Loa Airport (CJC). Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) are the other main bases in the city.
Calama is three hours behind London. El Loa Airport is located in Calama, which operates on the UTC-3 timezone.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from London to CJC.
Heading away during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
You might be able to make your cheap flight from London to CJC even cheaper by adding a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search to find which cities you could pass through. Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) is an option when flying out of London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
Located around 31 kilometres from central London, LHR can be reached in about 55 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour.
Want an easy start to your journey? Stay near London Heathrow Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from London to El Loa Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Of all flights departing from London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% arrive on time at their destination.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
On public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in about 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 80 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.
Flying out early in the morning? Think about staying at one of these hotels near London Gatwick Airport the day before your London to CJC flight:
69.26% of flights departing London Gatwick Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Stansted Airport (STN)
STN is roughly 64 kilometres from central London. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour. If you're planning to take public transport, you can expect a journey of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Relax in bed for a little longer and still make your London to El Loa Airport flight with time to spare. These accommodation options near Stansted Airport make departure day effortless if you're flying out early:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights arrive at their destinations as expected. At STN, that figure is 64.73%.
About El Loa Airport (CJC)
Have a late flight from London to El Loa Airport? Don't let it hijack your sleep schedule. Stay at one of these hotels near CJC and hit the pillow fast:
Pick up an El Loa Airport rental car and discover Calama and beyond with your own set of wheels. United rent a car, Street Rent a Car and United are well-known companies to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle around one week in advance of your London to El Loa Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to El Loa Airport (CJC)
Currently, R 8,442 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to El Loa Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 21,239. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from London to CJC, book early. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.
Cheap London to El Loa Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares throughout the month and then choose the cheapest day.
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Find a cheap flight from London to El Loa Airport by using filters. Choose your ideal departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from London to El Loa Airport (CJC)
May is the quietest month for flights from London to El Loa Airport (CJC), while June is the most popular. Work out the ideal time to go to Calama based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Calama is November, with temperatures ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Book your London to CJC plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
July has temperatures of between 1ºC (34ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Search for cheap tickets from London to El Loa Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Calama
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Calama right here. Check out these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from London to El Loa Airport:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be difficult to know where to begin. Mina de Chuquicamata, Skateplaza Calama and Catedral de San Juan Bautista are popular attractions which should feature on any well-planned Calama itinerary.
Explore more of Chile
You've seen Calama, now it's time to discover other parts of Chile. Journey about 193 kilometres south-west to Antofagasta to check off its leading attractions. From Ocean Adventure to Vivero Oasis and Balneario Municipal de Antofagasta, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in Chile, head for Iquique, about 290 kilometres north-west of Calama. Playa Cavancha, PLAYAS EN IQUIQUE and Playa Brava are among its highlights.
