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Low Price Flights from Santiago to Calama

Find Cheapest Airlines Flying from Santiago to Calama

Choose from 3 carriers that fly from Santiago to Calama, including Sky Airline, JetSMART Airlines, and LATAM Airlines. Enjoy the cheapest tickets on this route with Sky Airline.
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Airlines are determined based on actual purchased flight tickets from Santiago to Calama according to previous 12 months data from Trip.com.

Explore the cheapest flights from Santiago to Calama in the next three months. Based on Trip.com's data from the latest 7 days, one-way direct flights start at AU$ 24, and round-trip direct tickets start at AU$ 41.

      • Cheapest nonstop
        SCL 17:16
        2h 6m
        Direct
        CJC 19:22
        Santiago - Calama | Thu, May 7 | Sky Airline
        CJC 19:35
        3h 16m
        Direct
        SCL 22:51
        Calama - Santiago | Sun, May 10 | Sky Airline
        AU$ 41 AU$ 105
        61% off
        61% off
        AU$ 105 AU$ 41
      • SCL 06:08
        2h 10m
        Direct
        CJC 08:18
        Santiago - Calama | Thu, May 7 | JetSMART Airlines
        CJC 19:35
        3h 16m
        Direct
        SCL 22:51
        Calama - Santiago | Sun, May 10 | Sky Airline
        AU$ 44 AU$ 105
        57% off
        57% off
        AU$ 105 AU$ 44
      • SCL 17:35
        2h 10m
        Direct
        CJC 19:45
        Santiago - Calama | Wed, May 13 | JetSMART Airlines
        CJC 23:21
        2h 7m
        Direct
        SCL 01:28
        Calama - Santiago | Fri, May 15 | JetSMART Airlines
        AU$ 71 AU$ 105
        32% off
        32% off
        AU$ 105 AU$ 71
      • SCL 15:48
        2h 6m
        Direct
        CJC 17:54
        Santiago - Calama | Thu, May 14 | Sky Airline
        CJC 13:44
        2h 7m
        Direct
        SCL 15:51
        Calama - Santiago | Thu, May 21 | JetSMART Airlines
        AU$ 72
        31% off
        AU$ 105 AU$ 72
      • SCL 16:43
        2h 10m
        Direct
        CJC 18:53
        Santiago - Calama | Fri, Apr 24 | JetSMART Airlines
        CJC 13:14
        2h 7m
        Direct
        SCL 15:21
        Calama - Santiago | Mon, Apr 27 | JetSMART Airlines
        AU$ 74
        30% off
        AU$ 105 AU$ 74
      • SCL 09:32
        2h 10m
        Direct
        CJC 11:42
        Santiago - Calama | Sat, May 2 | JetSMART Airlines
        CJC 20:48
        2h 7m
        Direct
        SCL 22:55
        Calama - Santiago | Wed, May 6 | JetSMART Airlines
        AU$ 75
        28% off
        AU$ 105 AU$ 75
      • SCL 18:00
        2h 6m
        Direct
        CJC 20:06
        Santiago - Calama | Wed, Jun 3 | Sky Airline
        CJC 17:08
        2h 7m
        Direct
        SCL 19:15
        Calama - Santiago | Sat, Jun 6 | JetSMART Airlines
        AU$ 81
        23% off
        AU$ 105 AU$ 81
      • SCL 08:04
        2h 10m
        Direct
        CJC 10:14
        Santiago - Calama | Wed, Jun 3 | JetSMART Airlines
        CJC 11:13
        2h 7m
        Direct
        SCL 13:20
        Calama - Santiago | Sat, Jun 6 | JetSMART Airlines
        AU$ 84
        20% off
        AU$ 105 AU$ 84
      • SCL 03:45
        2h 10m
        Direct
        CJC 05:55
        Santiago - Calama | Thu, Apr 30 | JetSMART Airlines
        CJC 11:13
        2h 7m
        Direct
        SCL 13:20
        Calama - Santiago | Sat, May 2 | JetSMART Airlines
        AU$ 84
        20% off
        AU$ 105 AU$ 84
      • SCL 15:50
        2h 6m
        Direct
        CJC 17:56
        Santiago - Calama | Wed, May 27 | Sky Airline
        CJC 18:42
        2h 7m
        Direct
        SCL 20:49
        Calama - Santiago | Mon, Jun 1 | JetSMART Airlines
        AU$ 89
        15% off
        AU$ 105 AU$ 89
      • SCL 13:00
        17h 25m
        1 stop
        CJC Invalid Date
        Santiago - Calama | Sat, Apr 25 | Normal Airline
        CJC 15:00
        6h
        Direct
        SCL 16:00
        Calama - Santiago | Mon, Apr 27 | Normal Airline
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      • Cheapest nonstop
        SCL 16:08
        2h 6m
        Direct
        CJC 18:14
        Santiago - Calama | Fri, Jun 12 | Sky Airline
        AU$ 24 AU$ 57
        57% off
        57% off
        AU$ 57 AU$ 24
      • SCL 12:52
        2h 10m
        Direct
        CJC 15:02
        Santiago - Calama | Fri, Jun 12 | JetSMART Airlines
        AU$ 25 AU$ 57
        56% off
        56% off
        AU$ 57 AU$ 25
      • SCL 17:16
        2h 6m
        Direct
        CJC 19:22
        Santiago - Calama | Fri, May 29 | Sky Airline
        AU$ 36 AU$ 57
        37% off
        37% off
        AU$ 57 AU$ 36
      • SCL 11:25
        2h 6m
        Direct
        CJC 13:31
        Santiago - Calama | Sat, Jun 6 | Sky Airline
        AU$ 38
        33% off
        AU$ 57 AU$ 38
      • SCL 07:28
        2h 10m
        Direct
        CJC 09:38
        Santiago - Calama | Sun, May 31 | JetSMART Airlines
        AU$ 39
        32% off
        AU$ 57 AU$ 39
      • SCL 18:39
        2h 10m
        Direct
        CJC 20:49
        Santiago - Calama | Fri, May 29 | JetSMART Airlines
        AU$ 39
        32% off
        AU$ 57 AU$ 39
      • SCL 12:58
        2h 10m
        Direct
        CJC 15:08
        Santiago - Calama | Sat, Jun 6 | JetSMART Airlines
        AU$ 40
        30% off
        AU$ 57 AU$ 40
      • SCL 05:56
        2h 10m
        Direct
        CJC 08:06
        Santiago - Calama | Wed, May 20 | JetSMART Airlines
        AU$ 45
        21% off
        AU$ 57 AU$ 45
      • SCL 18:00
        2h 6m
        Direct
        CJC 20:06
        Santiago - Calama | Sat, May 16 | Sky Airline
        AU$ 47
        18% off
        AU$ 57 AU$ 47
      • SCL 11:25
        2h 6m
        Direct
        CJC 13:31
        Santiago - Calama | Sat, Apr 25 | Sky Airline
        AU$ 48
        16% off
        AU$ 57 AU$ 48
      • SCL 13:00
        17h 25m
        1 stop
        CJC Invalid Date
        Santiago - Calama | Sat, Apr 25 | Normal Airline
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Displayed flight fares from Santiago to Calama are based on average prices across airlines for the next 3 months, according to the latest Trip.com database.

Santiago to Calama Flight Details

The distance between Santiago and Calama is approximately 1,225.35km. It takes around 2 hours 9 minutes on average to fly from Santiago to Calama. Based on Trip.com's data travel demand peaks in July. The off-season for travel is September.

Cheapest one-way flight priceAU$ 24
Cheapest return ticket priceAU$ 41
Off-season for travelSeptember
Peak season for travelJuly
Flight distance1,225.35km
Average flight time2 hours 9 minutes
Popular airlineSky Airline
Flight statistics for the Santiago–Calama route are based on aggregated booking data from Trip.com over the past 12 months.

Trip.com Price Insights on Flights from Santiago to Calama

What is the cheapest month for one-way flights from Santiago to Calama?

Average price of one-way flights from Santiago to Calama purchased by Trip.com users by month over the past 12 months.

According to Trip.com's data, the cheapest month for flights from Santiago to Calama is July, with an average price of AU$ 70. Conversely, the most expensive month is typically January, with an average price of up to AU$ 135.

AU$ 135
AU$ 103
AU$ 70
AU$ 38
    Cheapest
  • AU$ 79
    Apr
  • AU$ 84
    May
  • AU$ 97
    Jun
  • AU$ 70
    Jul
  • AU$ 79
    Aug
  • AU$ 96
    Sep
  • AU$ 89
    Oct
  • AU$ 133
    Nov
  • AU$ 126
    Dec
  • AU$ 135
    Jan
  • AU$ 113
    Feb
  • AU$ 108
    Mar

What is the cheapest month for round-trip flights from Santiago to Calama?

Average price of round-trip flights from Santiago to Calama purchased by Trip.com users by month over the past 12 months.

According to historical data from Trip.com, the lowest prices for flights from Santiago to Calama are found during April, with an average price of AU$ 132. Conversely, the highest prices are found during February, with an average price of up to AU$ 303.

AU$ 303
AU$ 218
AU$ 132
AU$ 47
  • AU$ 132
    Apr
  • AU$ 201
    May
  • AU$ 173
    Jun
  • AU$ 133
    Jul
  • AU$ 157
    Aug
  • AU$ 207
    Sep
  • AU$ 190
    Oct
  • AU$ 217
    Nov
  • AU$ 272
    Dec
  • AU$ 249
    Jan
  • AU$ 303
    Feb
  • AU$ 213
    Mar

What's the cheapest day to fly from Santiago to Calama?

Data is based on the average flight price for each day of the week from Santiago to Calama on Trip.com over the past 12 months.

Based on Trip.com data from the past 12 months, the cheapest day to fly from Santiago to Calama is Thursday, with average prices lower than on other days. Avoid Monday, as prices are usually highest then.

AU$ 182
AU$ 132
AU$ 81
AU$ 31
    Cheapest
  • AU$ 182
    Mon
  • AU$ 137
    Tue
  • AU$ 98
    Wed
  • AU$ 81
    Thu
  • AU$ 92
    Fri
  • AU$ 110
    Sat
  • AU$ 133
    Sun

When is the cheapest day to fly from Santiago to Calama during ANZAC Day Holiday?

Data is based on the lowest one-way fares from Santiago to Calama during ANZAC Day Holiday, sourced from the Trip.com database over the last 3 days.

ANZAC Day Holiday runs from Apr 25 to Apr 27. The cheapest flights from Santiago to Calama are available on Apr 23, with fares starting at AU$ 45.

AU$ 86
AU$ 66
AU$ 45
AU$ 25
  • AU$ 47
    22
    Apr
  • AU$ 45
    23
  • AU$ 47
    24
  • AU$ 52
    25
  • AU$ 86
    26
  • AU$ 58
    27
  • AU$ 52
    28

Flight FAQs

  • Which airlines offer the cheapest flights from Santiago (SCL) to Calama (CJC)?

    Based on Trip.com data, Sky Airline offers one-way fares as low as AU$ 24 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. SCL to CJC on Fri, Jun 12), while Sky Airline offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from AU$ 41 departing on Thu, May 7 and returning on Sun, May 10.
  • At the moment, you can catch a direct flight from Santiago to Calama with the following airlines, including: Sky Airline LATAM Airlines JetSMART Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.
  • It takes about 2 hours 9 minutes to fly from Santiago (SCL) to Calama (CJC).
  • By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Santiago to Calama is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.
  • Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 137 flight per week flying from Santiago to Calama. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: LATAM Airlines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- LA148 (07:24) LATAM Airlines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- LA150 (09:09)
  • To find best deals on flights from Santiago to Calama, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
    · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Fri, Jun 12, with one-way flights priced at just AU$ 24.
    · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is Sky Airline.
    · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
    · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
    · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Calama travel is around July.
    · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.
  • The cheapest months to fly from Santiago to Calama is September, when demand for travel is lower.
  • After crunching the numbers on our April flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Santiago to Calama on April 29, 2026 with Sky Airline, with prices starting at AU$ 70.
  • You can land at any one of the following hubs in Calama, with Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport to El Loa Airport (SCL-CJC) is by far the most common option on this route: El Loa Airport (CJC).
  • The time difference between Calama and Santiago is 0h.
  • Tickets can only be changed or cancelled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.

Flight from Santiago to Calama

Calama is one of the driest cities in the world and is situated in the Atacama Desert region in Northern Chile. Calama is located at a distance of around 1535 kilometers from Santiago, the country’s capital city. It has many beautiful sightseeing places, including historical churches, cathedrals, arenas, stadiums, natural sights, and landmarks. The Coruna volcano is a popular tourist attraction in Calama, which is known to be the smallest volcano in the world.

The most prominent means of transport to reach the city is by air. Since there is no railway service available for the town, road transport by bus is the best alternative way to travel in the town. Calama has a desert climate, and there is no considerable amount of rainfall throughout the year. The summers here are long and warm with short and dry winters.

Tip: The best time to visit the city is from mid of September to the middle of April when the temperature is comfortable and ranges between 20C to 25C. March is the cheapest month to take a flight to Calama.

Reaching Calama

The EI Loa Airport has regular flights from Santiago International Airport. The Jet Smart Airways, LATAM Airlines, and Sky Airline are the significant operators through which you can book a one-way or two-way flight from Santiago to Calama. The Sky Airline operates cheap flights from Santiago at an affordable price starting from 38 USD for a two-way flight.

Direct flights to Calama are available from Santiago, and connecting flights can also be taken at the Diago Aracena International Airport and El Alto International airports. The average travel time with a direct Santiago to Calama flightis around 2 hours, and more than three flights are available in a day at different time slots. Santiago-Calama flight booking can be made well in advance for better offers and cheaper rates.

Tip: After landing in the Calama Airport, you can use the bus, taxi, or car rental services at the airport to reach the city center. The airport is just 6 kilometers away from the city center.

Sightseeing places and things to do in Calama

San Pedro de Atacama is the biggest attraction in the desert region, which hosts a famous archaeological museum, the ancient church of San Pedro de Atacama and some fantastic natural landscapes. You can also enjoy various activities here such as trekking, climbing, and Sandboarding in the desert. Mina de Chuquicamata is one of the largest copper mines in the world and is a beautiful sight to watch. Here you can learn and explore the copper mining industry, which is a significant economic activity in Chile.

El Valle de la Luna, meaning the valley of the moon is a naturally formed place that looks similar to the surface of the moon. It has beautiful sand formations made by wind. Parque El Loa is a national park, which is a relaxing place for visitors. It has some natural sights and a cultural museum.

The Coruna Volcano, Plaza de Armas, Cathedral de San Juan Bautista are some of the other popular tourist attractions in the city.

Tip: Horse-riding, mountain biking, and hiking are some of the adventure activities you can enjoy in the Atacama region.

Suitable places to stay

There are multiple options for accommodation in the city and can be selected as per your budget and luxury. There are various hotels, resorts and holiday homes at competitive prices which can be reserved through online booking. You may find special offers and additional facilities if the stay is booked well in advance. You may choose the accommodation based on the distance from the city center, which makes it convenient for you to visit places around the city.

Tip: Calama is a small city with an area of just 15,597 sq kilometers. So, you can cover most of the places around the city center by walk.

Have a memorable trip from Santiago to Calama by planning your tour with Trip.com.

Trip.com Airline Insights on Flights from Santiago toCalama

Which airlines offer the cheapest nonstop flights from Santiago to Calama?

Data is based on the average price of all nonstop flights from Santiago to Calama on Trip.com in the past 12 months.

Based on Trip.com data from the past 12 months, Sky Airline offers the cheapest nonstop flights from Santiago to Calama, with an average price of AU$ 101.

AU$ 79
AU$ 101
AU$ 124
AU$ 147
AU$ 169
Sky Airline
AU$ 101
Sky Airline
JetSMART Airlines
AU$ 109
JetSMART Airlines
LATAM Airlines
AU$ 169
LATAM Airlines

Which airlines operate the most flights from Santiago to Calama?

Data is based on the number of flights from Santiago to Calama operated by each airline on Trip.com in the past month.

Based on Trip.com data from the past month, LATAM Airlines operates the most flights from Santiago to Calama, with 100 flight per week.

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10
55
100
LATAM Airlines
100
LATAM Airlines
Sky Airline
26
Sky Airline
JetSMART Airlines
25
JetSMART Airlines
American Airlines
23
American Airlines
Iberia
12
Iberia
Delta Air Lines
10
Delta Air Lines

How many flights are there each day from Santiago to Calama?

The data is based on the flight numbers for each day of the week from Santiago to Calama within the Trip.com database over the past month.

Based on Trip.com data from the past month, the most flights from Santiago to Calama depart on Monday, and the fewest flights depart on Saturday.

130
102
73
45
Highest
130
Mon
128
Tue
127
Wed
123
Thu
111
Fri
73
Sat
85
Sun

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