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Flight deals from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez to Calama

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez to Calama? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Calama.R 385 per passenger.Departing Fri, 19 Sep.One-way flight with Sky Airline.Outbound direct flight with Sky Airline departs from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez on Fri, 19 Sep, arriving in Calama.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 385, select.
Calama.R 386 per passenger.Departing Thu, 17 Jul.One-way flight with Sky Airline.Outbound direct flight with Sky Airline departs from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez on Thu, 17 Jul, arriving in Calama.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 386, select.
Calama.R 414 per passenger.Departing Tue, 19 Aug.One-way flight with Sky Airline.Outbound direct flight with Sky Airline departs from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez on Tue, 19 Aug, arriving in Calama.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 414, select.
Calama.R 415 per passenger.Departing Sat, 11 Oct.One-way flight with Sky Airline.Outbound direct flight with Sky Airline departs from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez on Sat, 11 Oct, arriving in Calama.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 415, select.
Calama.R 442 per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Dec.One-way flight with JetSmart.Outbound direct flight with JetSmart departs from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez on Thu, 11 Dec, arriving in Calama.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 442, select.
Calama.R 442 per passenger.Departing Sat, 22 Nov.One-way flight with JetSmart.Outbound direct flight with JetSmart departs from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez on Sat, 22 Nov, arriving in Calama.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 442, select.
Calama.R 752 per passenger.Departing Fri, 9 Jan.One-way flight with Sky Airline.Outbound direct flight with Sky Airline departs from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez on Fri, 9 Jan, arriving in Calama.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 752, select.
Calama.R 757 per passenger.Departing Sat, 7 Feb.One-way flight with Sky Airline.Outbound direct flight with Sky Airline departs from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez on Sat, 7 Feb, arriving in Calama.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 757, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez to Calama

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez to Calama flights are currently cheapest in September.
Jul
from R 383
Aug
from R 411
Sep
from R 382
Oct
from R 412
Nov
from R 439
Dec
from R 439
Jan
from R 746
Feb
from R 751
Mar
from R 762
Apr
from R 783
May
from R 765
Jun
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Direct flights from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez to Calama

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez to Calama: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez to Calama below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Calama.

Santiago to Calama: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 385
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time2 hrs, 9 mins
Most popular airlineLATAM Airlines
Average flights per week294

Finding cheap flights from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez to Calama: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez to Calama is R 765. 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.
2 hours and 9 minutes is the average flight time from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez to Calama.
LATAM Airlines, LATAM Airlines Peru and Delta fly direct from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez to Calama.
As of July 2025, there are 294 flights per week flying from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez to Calama.
The cheapest month to fly from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez to Calama is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to Calama Airport on Wednesday, 1 October 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 9 minutes.
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.
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, Sky Airline offers the cheapest flight tickets to Calama.

Flying from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to El Loa Airport (CJC): what you need to know

  • Hop on a direct flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to El Loa Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 10 minutes.

  • You can choose from 879 weekly Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to El Loa Airport flights. The 04:00 departure with Sky Airline is the earliest you can take. LATAM Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 22:59.

  • For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your SCL to CJC flight.

  • Flying during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

  • With direct flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to El Loa Airport operated by a number of airlines, getting to Calama (and then other destinations in Chile) is a cinch. Here's who you can travel nonstop with:

  • The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Sky Airline.

  • Sky Airline is the most punctual carrier that offers SCL to CJC flights. A dependable 88.12% of its services on this route arrive as planned.

  • Choose a stopover if you'd love to break up your flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to see the options for tickets from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to El Loa Airport. La Florida Airport is a popular stopover on the SCL to CJC route.

How to find the cheapest flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to El Loa Airport (CJC)

  • R 382 is the lowest price for a one-way Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to El Loa Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 771. These prices may change based on availability.

  • Get cheap tickets from SCL to CJC by booking five months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.

  • Organise your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to El Loa Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.

  • Picking up cheap flights from SCL to CJC is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as fares go down.

  • Secure the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to El Loa Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)

  • Arturo Merino Benitez Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 82.58% of flights that depart SCL arrive at their destination on time.

  • Central Santiago to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is approximately 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.

  • The trip on public transport typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to El Loa Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near SCL:

Arriving at El Loa Airport (CJC)

  • Consider staying in a hotel near CJC if you're catching a late Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to El Loa Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:

  • 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.

  • To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from El Loa Airport about one week ahead.

Getting from El Loa Airport (CJC) to central Calama

  • El Loa Airport to the centre of Calama has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.

When to fly to El Loa Airport (CJC)

  • It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to El Loa Airport. June is the busiest month to visit Calama. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in April.

  • The warmest month in Calama is November, with temperatures ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Book your flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to El Loa Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.

  • Search for cheap tickets from SCL to CJC in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 1ºC (34ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) on average.

Explore more of Chile

  • Antofagasta is just one of the many places in Chile waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Calama. Around 193 kilometres away to the south-west, top sights here include La Portada, Huanchaca Ruins Museum and Plaza Colon.

  • Around 274 kilometres north-west of Calama, Iquique is another essential stop in Chile. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Playa Cavancha, Baquedano Street and Zone Franca de Iquique Zofri.

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