Traveling from El Loa Airport (CJC) to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL): what you need to know
A direct flight from El Loa Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport takes 2 hours 6 minutes, on average. Santiago's timezone is UTC-3 — the same as Calama.
Every week, there are 848 flights from El Loa Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. The earliest departure from CJC to SCL is at 00:33 and the latest is at 23:59.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like June and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Sky Airline has direct flights from El Loa Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. Book with this popular carrier, and get ready to take in the sights in Santiago — plus maybe even more of Chile if time allows.
Pick a stopover if you'd like to break up your flight from El Loa Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. To look at all your options, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only.' La Florida Airport is a popular stopover on the CJC to SCL route.
You won't need your passport or a visa for travel within Chile. You will need a valid form of identification however, such as an ID card or driver's license. Make sure they're on your packing list after booking your cheap ticket from CJC to SCL.
How to find the cheapest flights from El Loa Airport (CJC) to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
C$30 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from El Loa Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. Return flights start from C$69. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
Book 8 months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap flight tickets from CJC to SCL.
April is the cheapest month for flight tickets from El Loa Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. If you want to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Handy information about El Loa Airport (CJC)
To reach El Loa Airport from central Calama, it'll take about 16 minutes if you're traveling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city center.
Searching for a handy hotel close to CJC? If you're on an early flight from El Loa Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from El Loa Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near SCL instead:
Getting from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to central Santiago
Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from central Santiago. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 21 minutes.
If you're traveling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour and 14 minutes.
When to fly to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from El Loa Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Santiago. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in Santiago is January, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 27ºC. Book your flights from El Loa Airport to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
July has average temperatures of between -2ºC and 15ºC. Search for cheap flight tickets from CJC to SCL sometime then if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
More about Santiago
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you can find the best stays in Santiago right here. Browse these options as soon as you've booked your flight from CJC to SCL:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Cerro San Cristobal, La Moneda Palace and Plaza de Armas are leading attractions which should be on any good Santiago itinerary.
Complete your Santiago trip with hotels and a car rental
Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Arturo Merino Benitez Airport, explore the lowest prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare hundreds of car rental companies in one go to find the best car rental price for your Santiago escape.