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$21+ Cheap flights from Santiago to Calama (SCL - CJC)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SCL — CJC
May 19 — May 261
Mon 5/19
Mon 5/26
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez to Calama El Loa are usually found in February or June, booked 71 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Saturday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Santiago to Calama

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santiago (SCL) to Calama (CJC). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated May 14, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$34
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$21
(OneTravel)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$56

Good round-trip deal

$82 or less

Good one-way deal

$34 or less
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Cheapest flights from Santiago to Calama
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santiago to Calama. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 14, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/295:48 amSCL - CJC
Nonstop2h 09mJetSMART
Thu 6/1210:23 pmCJC - SCL
Nonstop2h 04mJetSMART
Deal found 5/13$34
This Sky Airline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Sky Airline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/304:51 amSCL - CJC
Nonstop2h 09mSky Airline
Fri 6/65:39 pmCJC - SCL
1 stop3h 26mSky Airline
Deal found 5/12$72
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/205:50 amSCL - CJC
Nonstop2h 09mMultiple Airlines
Fri 7/257:49 pmCJC - SCL
1 stop3h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/14$77
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/264:32 amSCL - CJC
Nonstop2h 09mLATAM Airlines
Sun 11/3011:51 pmCJC - SCL
Nonstop2h 07mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 5/14$86

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santiago to Calama that are best for you.

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SantiagoCalama

SCL - CJC

SCLCJC

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Thu 5/29

5:48 am-7:57 am

Nonstop2h 09m

Calama El Loa

Thu 6/12

10:23 pm-12:27 am

Nonstop2h 04m

$34

SantiagoCalama

SCL - CJC

SCLCJC

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Tue 6/24

5:00 am-7:09 am

Nonstop2h 09m

Calama El Loa

Sat 6/28

10:36 am-2:02 pm

1 stop3h 26m

$64

SantiagoCalama

SCL - CJC

SCLCJC

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Fri 5/30

4:51 am-7:00 am

Nonstop2h 09m

Calama El Loa

Fri 6/6

5:39 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop3h 26m

$72

SantiagoCalama

SCL - CJC

SCLCJC

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Sun 7/20

4:39 am-6:47 am

Nonstop2h 08m

Calama El Loa

Fri 7/25

7:26 am-9:35 am

Nonstop2h 09m

$86

SantiagoCalama

SCL - CJC

SCLCJC

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Tue 5/27

6:30 am-8:39 am

Nonstop2h 09m

$21

SantiagoCalama

SCL - CJC

SCLCJC

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Tue 9/9

12:25 pm-3:48 pm

1 stop3h 23m

$36

SantiagoCalama

SCL - CJC

SCLCJC

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Sun 6/15

8:15 am-10:25 am

Nonstop2h 10m

$44

SantiagoCalama

SCL - CJC

SCLCJC

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

Sat 10/11

7:54 am-2:37 pm

1 stop6h 43m

$73

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Deals found on 5/14

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Santiago to Calama in May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Santiago-Calama flights, users find the pricing of Mytrip to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip Users can find the same prices on Santiago-Calama flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Santiago-Calama flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Santiago-Calama flights, Cheapflights users trust Mytrip the most. Mytrip has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Santiago-Calama flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Santiago to Calama

How far ahead should I book a flight from Santiago to Calama?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Santiago to Calama. Price data was last updated on May 9, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Santiago to Calama is 71 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SCL to CJC?

Find hourly flight availability from Santiago to Calama. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 14, 2025.

When flying from Santiago to Calama, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 13% versus a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Santiago to Calama?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Santiago to Calama. Price data was last updated on May 11, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Santiago to Calama flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Santiago to Calama

Explore weekly flight availability from Santiago to Calama. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated May 14, 2025.

The most flights from SCL to CJC are scheduled on a Wednesday (34 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Calama

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Calama. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Calama. Reviews last updated May 14, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown LATAM Airlines and JetSMART from Santiago to Calama. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,776 reviews

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

MCO - BOG

The problem was the delayed departure for airport reason I understood it was not a Latam responsibility. The crew could give something to drink and not only a candy.
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,776 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,776 reviews

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

MCO - BOG

The problem was the delayed departure for airport reason I understood it was not a Latam responsibility. The crew could give something to drink and not only a candy.
JetSMART
6.6
Okay
189 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,776 reviews

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

MCO - BOG

The problem was the delayed departure for airport reason I understood it was not a Latam responsibility. The crew could give something to drink and not only a candy.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Santiago to Calama. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Santiago to Calama?

    Calama El Loa is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Calama from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez. Booking flights from Arturo Merino Benitez (SCL) to El Loa (CJC) should be relatively easy as there are 14 daily flights to Calama from 3 different airlines. 2h 08m is how long a flight from Santiago to Calama El Loa will take if you book a nonstop flight.

  • How popular is this Santiago to Calama flight route?

    This flight path from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez to Calama El Loa was viewed by 5 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Santiago to Calama round-trip?

    Flying on JetSMART is currently your cheapest option to Calama, with prices starting at $34. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Sky Airline and LATAM Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $72 and $86, respectively. JetSMART is 45% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Santiago to Calama one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $21 on JetSMART. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Sky Airline from $36 and LATAM Airlines from $44 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Santiago to Calama?

    Consider LATAM Airlines (95%), JetSMART (93%) or Delta (93%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Santiago to Calama.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Santiago to Calama?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Santiago to Calama? While on average our users pay $78, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $27. The most popular route (Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez - Calama El Loa), is priced around $48.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Santiago to Calama that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Santiago to Calama flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Santiago to Calama?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Santiago to Calama.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Santiago to Calama?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santiago to Calama by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Santiago to Calama

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Santiago to Calama. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated May 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetSMARTCheapest$29Average$70FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Sky AirlineCheapest$31Average$63FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time73%
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$48Average$113FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%

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