Flying from Buenos Aires to El Loa Airport (CJC): What you need to know
Buenos Aires is home to a couple of airports that set the stage for your next getaway. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Buenos Aires to El Loa Airport (CJC) departing from Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) or Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE).
Buenos Aires and Calama (where El Loa Airport is located) share the UTC-3 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch once you land.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from Buenos Aires to CJC.
Planning to travel during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Buenos Aires
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP)
You might be able to make your cheap flight from Buenos Aires to CJC even cheaper by adding a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search to find out where you can stop along the way. Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) is an option when flying out of Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP).
Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of Buenos Aires, AEP can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 40 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near Jorge Newbery Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Buenos Aires to El Loa Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels are the ideal choice:
Jorge Newbery Airport has a strong on-time record, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from AEP land on schedule 83.76% of the time.
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
Break up your flight from Buenos Aires to El Loa Airport with a stop at Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL). One of the main stopovers between Ministro Pistarini Airport and CJC, it's a good opportunity to enjoy some downtime before continuing your journey.
EZE is about 32 kilometres from central Buenos Aires. It takes 35 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 2 hours 10 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Buenos Aires to CJC flight? Unwind in a hotel near Ministro Pistarini Airport before your holiday officially begins. These stays have your key waiting:
Flights from Ministro Pistarini Airport have a reputation for punctuality, with 83.93% of them landing right on cue.
About El Loa Airport (CJC)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Buenos Aires to El Loa Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near CJC instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up an El Loa Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from united rent a car, Street Rent a Car or United and experience the lesser-explored corners of Calama and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle around one week before your Buenos Aires to El Loa Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Buenos Aires to El Loa Airport (CJC)
Rs29,571 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Buenos Aires to El Loa Airport. A return flight starts from Rs54,788. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Buenos Aires to CJC if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
If you have some flexibility with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your Buenos Aires to El Loa Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Buenos Aires to El Loa Airport (CJC)
Think about the pace you're looking for when deciding your trip dates. May is the quietest month to visit Calama. June is when most people book flights from Buenos Aires to El Loa Airport (CJC), which may be perfect if you're after more excitement.
The warmest month in Calama is November, with temperatures ranging between 5ºC and 23ºC. Lock in your Buenos Aires to CJC flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
July sees temperatures of between 1ºC and 22ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Buenos Aires to El Loa Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Calama
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Calama right here. Check out these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Buenos Aires to El Loa Airport:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Mina de Chuquicamata, Skateplaza Calama and Catedral de San Juan Bautista are must-do's during your Calama adventure.
Explore more of Chile
You've visited Calama, now it's time to discover other parts of Chile. Journey around 193 kilometres south-west to Antofagasta to tick off its top sights. From Ocean Adventure to Vivero Oasis and Balneario Municipal de Antofagasta, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Iquique is another sought-after destination in Chile and is around 290 kilometres north-west of Calama. No trip is complete without visiting Playa Cavancha, PLAYAS EN IQUIQUE and Playa Brava.
