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Book flights to Calama

Calama is a city in Chile's Atacama Desert, one of the driest places on Earth. Despite the aridity, the Loa River, Chile's longest, runs through the city creating a green oasis. Calama itself is an industrial centre known for the nearby Chuquicamata mine, one of the world's largest open-pit copper mines. However, Calama serves as a jumping-off point for exploring the region's natural wonders. The surrounding area is dotted with volcanoes, geysers, salt flats, and astronomical observatories. The city experiences large temperature swings. Days are hot and sunny, while nights are cold due to the high altitude. Rain is very rare. If you visit Calama, pack for hot days and chilly evenings, and be prepared for the dry climate.

Take your first step towards Calama and book your flights today with Alternative Airlines. Booking flights to Calama at Alternative Airlines is easy and straightforward. With access to routes from over 600 airlines, you're sure to find the perfect flight to Calama for you, no matter when you plan to fly or where you wish to depart from.

Airports near Calama

Reach Calama your way. You can easily travel to Calama using any of these 4 airports.

El Loa Airport

Located in Calama, Chile, El Loa Airport is the closest international airport to the city. It is approximately a 10-minute drive from the city centre.

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La Paz International Airport

If you are unable to find a direct flight to Calama, you can consider flying to La Paz International Airport in Bolivia. From there, you can take a connecting flight to El Loa Airport in Calama. The total travel time, including the connecting flight, would be around 4-5 hours.

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Antofagasta Airport

Another option is to fly to Antofagasta Airport, which is approximately a 2-hour drive from Calama. From Antofagasta, you can either rent a car or take a bus to reach Calama.

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Iquique International Airport

Iquique International Airport is located about 4 hours away from Calama by car. If you choose to fly to Iquique, you can rent a car or take a bus to reach Calama.

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With our Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) options, you can split the cost of your airline tickets into smaller instalments that can be paid back over time. Many of these plans are interest-free, but it's always a good idea to confirm this with your lending provider beforehand.

At Alternative Airlines, you can practically manage the budget of your trip by using BNPL for your flights to Calama, ensuring a smooth, hassle-free experience!

Things to do in Calama

With a wealth of sights to see in Calama, here are our top 3:

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El Tatio Geysers

This geothermal field high in the Andes Mountains is the world's highest concentration of geysers. You can see early morning eruptions with plumes reaching up to 50 metres (164 feet) high. Tours are readily available from Calama to take you to this spectacular sight.

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Chuquicamata Mine

This open-pit copper mine is one of the largest in the world and can be seen from space! There are tours available that take you to the rim for a mind-boggling view of the massive pit. You can also visit the Chuquicamata Mineral Museum to learn about the history of mining in the area.

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San Pedro de Atacama

While not technically in Calama, this small town is a popular base camp for exploring the Atacama Desert. From here, you can take day trips to see otherworldly sights like the Moon Valley, the Salt Flats of Atacama, and the Miscanti and Miñiques lagoons.

Wherever you're looking to go next, we'll get you there on your terms