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November 26 - November 29

Cheapest

Best

SCL - Calama

$108

$49

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November 6 - November 10

Best

SCL - Calama

$102

$62

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October 7 - October 10

SCL - Calama

$100

$64

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September 4 - September 10

SCL - Calama

$102

$72

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November 12 - November 19

SCL - Calama

$103

$77

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September 9 - September 10

SCL - Calama

$105

$78

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August 22 - August 31

SCL - Calama

$96

$81

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November 4 - November 11

SCL - Calama

$104

$81

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October 7 - October 13

SCL - Calama

$101

$82

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June 19 - June 21

Best

Earliest

SCL - Calama

$140

$83

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Insights for flights from Santiago de Chile to Calama

Flights from Santiago de Chile to Calama typically range from $44–$122, with a median fare of $89. Right now, fares are above the typical level, and only 5% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily for this route, offering frequent opportunities to find better prices.

When looking for cheap flights from Santiago de Chile to Calama, the cheapest time to fly is often December, with a median fare of just $32. Other cost-effective months include September, where the median fare is $46, and June, with a median fare of $48.

For this route, almost all itineraries are non-stop, with 91% of recent fares being direct flights from Santiago de Chile to Calama. For the remaining itineraries that do include connections, the typical number of stopovers is one.

The typical journey time for flights from Santiago de Chile to Calama, including any connections, is approximately 4h 14m. This duration reflects the overall travel time you can expect for this route.

The distance between Santiago de Chile and Calama is 1225 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul route. This means you can expect a relatively quick flight, making it a convenient option for domestic travel.

How much is a round trip from Santiago de Chile to Calama

Regular price: $86 - $247

Prices for flights from Santiago de Chile to Calama are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is $86 to $247. The current lowest deal is $48 with Sky Airline for travel from Nov 26 to Nov 29.

now $48

Low $86

High $247

The cheapest time to fly from Santiago de Chile to Calama

The cheapest month to fly from Santiago to Calama is December, with a median price of $32. The most expensive month is November, with a median price of $122. Prices are generally lower from April to December.

December

Cheapest

Flights from $32

November

Most Expensive

Flights from $122

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Direct flights from Santiago de Chile to Calama

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Last-minute flights going from Santiago de Chile to Calama

Wed, Jun 17

⌛ Last-Minute

SCL - Calama

Santiago de Chile (SCL) - Calama (CJC)

LATAM Chile

$117

$91

One-way

Wed, Jun 17

⌛ Last-Minute

SCL - Calama

Santiago de Chile (SCL) - Calama (CJC)

$141

$100

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

SCL - Calama

Santiago de Chile (SCL) - Calama (CJC)

Sky Airline

$142

$91

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

SCL - Calama

Santiago de Chile (SCL) - Calama (CJC)

Sky Airline

$140

$83

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

SCL - Calama

Santiago de Chile (SCL) - Calama (CJC)

$206

$138

One-way

Sat, Jun 20

⌛ Last-Minute

SCL - Calama

Santiago de Chile (SCL) - Calama (CJC)

LATAM Chile

$140

$106

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Santiago de Chile to Calama

4 nights

Sep 10 - Sep 14

$169 → $90

47%

3 nights

Sep 1 - Sep 4

$168 → $90

46%

2 nights

Sep 2 - Sep 4

$168 → $93

45%

7 nights

Jun 23 - Jun 30

$185 → $112

40%

Popular Airports to fly from Santiago de Chile to Calama

Santiago de Chile - Calama route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Santiago de Chile to Calama are below the typical level at $48.

📅 Best time to fly

December is historically cheapest at $32

Historically, December is the cheapest month to fly from Santiago de Chile to Calama, with a median price of $32.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 4h 14m

The median flight time for this route is 4 hours and 14 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Sky Airline offers direct flights

Sky Airline offers direct flights on the Santiago de Chile to Calama route.

🏆 Airline highlight

Sky Airline: 1 direct deal found

Sky Airline had 1 direct deal found for flights from Santiago de Chile to Calama.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Historically, deals for flights from Santiago de Chile to Calama are frequent, with over 1 deal per day.

Santiago de Chile main airports to depart from

Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International (SCL)

Cheapest

Fly from SCL to CJC. This is the cheapest airport for flights on this route.

📍 ~15 km from Santiago de Chile city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$48

Calama main airports to arrive at

El Loa (CJC)

Cheapest

El Loa Airport is the most affordable option for flights from Santiago de Chile to Calama.

📍 ~5 km from Calama city center

💸 Flights from ~$48

Airports nearby Calama used as alternative

Andrés Sabella Gálvez International (ANF)

This airport is a useful alternative arrival airport due to its strong road connectivity within the same administrative region.

📍 ~200 km from Calama (requires a 3-hour drive through desert terrain)

💸 Flights from ~$86

Diego Aracena International (IQQ)

Cheapest

This major regional hub offers reliable domestic flight schedules and infrastructure, without requiring an international border crossing.

📍 ~270 km from Calama (approximately 5-6 hours by road)

💸 Flights from ~$75

Chacalluta International (ARI)

This significant domestic airport is an alternative for travelers heading to the far north or the Peru border.

📍 ~490 km from Calama (considerable travel time by road)

💸 Flights from ~$114

Martín Miguel de Güemes International (SLA)

This major international airport in Northern Argentina is useful for travelers whose final destination is in the Mercosur region.

📍 ~380 km from Calama (requires an international border crossing through high-altitude Andean passes)

💸 Flights from ~$210

Uyuni (UYU)

This airport is geographically closer than some Argentine alternatives, with a direct road link via San Pedro de Atacama.

📍 ~230 km from Calama (international border crossing into Bolivia required)

💸 Flights from ~$374

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Calama

Calama, Chile

48% AI deal score

$1,321

From SCL

Elite

Jul 25

Calama, Chile

48% AI deal score

$1,321

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Calama

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Santiago de Chile to Calama is typically 14-27 days prior to departure. During this period, the average price observed was $57. Booking within 0-6 days of departure saw an average price of $90, while booking 60+ days out resulted in an average price of $110. Planning your trip within the 14-27 day window can lead to more favorable pricing.

A flight from Santiago de Chile to Calama is generally considered a good deal if it is priced at or below $44. Across the trailing quarter, the median price for this route was $89. Prices at the 75th percentile reached $122, indicating that deals below $44 are significantly lower than typical fares. Travelers should aim for prices around this threshold to secure a favorable rate.

Historically, December has been the cheapest month to fly from Santiago de Chile to Calama, with a median price of $32. Other cost-effective months include September, with a median price of $46, and June, with a median price of $48. The annual median price for this route is $89. Travelers looking for the lowest fares should consider planning their trips during these months.

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Cheap Flights from Santiago de Chile to Calama

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Route Intelligence — 486,190 Searches this Week

Insights for flights from Santiago de Chile to Calama

How much is a round trip from Santiago de Chile to Calama

The cheapest time to fly from Santiago de Chile to Calama

Direct flights from Santiago de Chile to Calama

Last-minute flights going from Santiago de Chile to Calama

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Santiago de Chile to Calama

Popular Airports to fly from Santiago de Chile to Calama

Santiago de Chile - Calama route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

December is historically cheapest at $32

Direct flights take 4h 14m

Sky Airline offers direct flights

Sky Airline: 1 direct deal found

Deals are frequent for this route

Santiago de Chile main airports to depart from

Calama main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Calama used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Calama

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