Travelling from Rio De Janeiro to El Loa Airport (CJC): What you need to know
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) is Rio De Janeiro's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Rio De Janeiro to El Loa Airport (CJC) taking off from here.
Rio De Janeiro and Calama (where El Loa Airport is located) share the UTC-3 timezone. That means you won't need to adjust your watch once you arrive.
Leave enough time to catch your flight from Rio De Janeiro to CJC. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During high season, allow for extended wait times and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international trips.
Airports in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to explore a new place or just have a break during your journey. When looking for a cheap flight from Rio De Janeiro to CJC, deselect 'Direct flights only' to compare all potential stops. Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) is an option when you're setting off from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG).
The journey from central Rio De Janeiro to GIG takes about 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from Rio De Janeiro to El Loa Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays near Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport:
79.57% of flights taking off from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport reach their destination on time.
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
You can arrive at SDU from central Rio De Janeiro in about 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride by public transport takes roughly 15 minutes to cover the 2 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Rio De Janeiro to CJC flight? Check in to a hotel near Santos Dumont Airport before your adventure officially begins. These stays are calling your name:
Santos Dumont Airport has an on-time performance rate of 78.67%. This figure sheds light on how frequently flights departing from this airport land at their destination on schedule.
About El Loa Airport (CJC)
Consider staying in a hotel near CJC if you're catching a late flight from Rio De Janeiro to El Loa Airport. Choose one of these options and end the night sooner:
Get on the fast track to 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 explore beyond Calama's usual tourist stops.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle around one week before your Rio De Janeiro to El Loa Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio De Janeiro to El Loa Airport (CJC)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Rio De Janeiro to El Loa Airport is $253. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $529. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Rio De Janeiro to CJC. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest Rio De Janeiro to El Loa Airport tickets across every month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you when there's a better deal on flight tickets from Rio De Janeiro to CJC.
Tailor your travel plans using filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Rio De Janeiro to El Loa Airport.
The best time to fly from Rio De Janeiro to El Loa Airport (CJC)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Rio De Janeiro to El Loa Airport (CJC). June is the busiest month to travel to Calama. If you like your getaways a little more chill, think about going in May.
The warmest month in Calama is November, with temperatures ranging between 5ºC and 23ºC. Lock in your Rio De Janeiro to CJC flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Rio De Janeiro to El Loa Airport in July if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 1ºC and 22ºC.
More about Calama
Once you've booked your flight from Rio De Janeiro to El Loa Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Calama:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be hard to know where to begin. Mina de Chuquicamata, Skateplaza Calama and Catedral de San Juan Bautista are popular attractions which should be on every Calama itinerary.
Explore more of Chile
Calama is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Chile waiting to be discovered. Around 193 kilometres south-west of Calama, a visit to Antofagasta will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Ocean Adventure, Vivero Oasis and Balneario Municipal de Antofagasta.
Around 290 kilometres north-west of Calama, Iquique is another favourite stop in Chile. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Playa Cavancha, PLAYAS EN IQUIQUE and Playa Brava.