Flying from New York to El Loa Airport (CJC): What you need to know
Planning your flight from New York to El Loa Airport (CJC) begins with finding the most convenient airport to jet off from. John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA) are your main options in New York.
The timezone in Calama is UTC-3, which is one hour ahead of New York. El Loa Airport is located in Calama.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from New York to CJC. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
During high season, allow for longer queues and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
The journey from central New York to JFK takes about 1 hour 20 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from New York to El Loa Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by staying at one of these hotels near John F. Kennedy International Airport:
74.1% of flights taking off from John F. Kennedy International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
JFK is located at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
You can get to EWR from the centre of New York in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to travel the 24 kilometres or so.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before your New York to CJC flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Newark Liberty International Airport:
Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 73.3%. This figure highlights how frequently flights departing from this airport land at their destination on schedule.
EWR is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
LGA is roughly 18 kilometres from central New York. The drive from the city centre to the terminal takes about 25 minutes. If you're planning to use public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Make catching an early New York to El Loa Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Stay at one of these accommodation options close to LaGuardia Airport and head to your check-in counter with plenty of time to spare:
LGA has an on-time performance rating of 80.0%. This means most of its flights arrive at their destination on schedule and your travel plans stay on track.
The street address of LaGuardia Airport is Hangar 7 Centre.
About El Loa Airport (CJC)
Consider staying in a hotel near CJC if you're catching a late flight from New York to El Loa Airport. Check in to one of these options and say goodnight sooner:
Fast-track 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 explore beyond Calama's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle around one week before your New York to El Loa Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to El Loa Airport (CJC)
R 5,667 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from New York to El Loa Airport. Return flights start at R 13,462. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
To find cheap flights from New York to CJC, book ahead. Airlines generally offer lower prices when tickets are first released.
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The best time to fly from New York to El Loa Airport (CJC)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from New York to El Loa Airport (CJC). June is when most people visit Calama. If you like your getaways a little more chill, go in May.
When booking your New York to CJC plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. November is the warmest month in Calama, with temperatures ranging from 5ºC (41ºF) to 23ºC (73ºF).
July has temperatures of between 1ºC (34ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Search for cheap tickets from New York to El Loa Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Calama
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Calama right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from New York to El Loa Airport:
Your trip to Calama wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Attractions you can't miss include Mina de Chuquicamata, Skateplaza Calama and Catedral de San Juan Bautista.
Explore more of Chile
Antofagasta is just one of the many cities in Chile waiting to be discovered after you've seen Calama. Around 193 kilometres away to the south-west, popular attractions include Ocean Adventure, Vivero Oasis and Balneario Municipal de Antofagasta.
Iquique is another essential stop in Chile and is around 290 kilometres north-west of Calama. No trip is complete without experiencing Playa Cavancha, PLAYAS EN IQUIQUE and Playa Brava.
