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Getting from Calama airport to the city center

Fastest options: taxi or private transfer. Best value: shared shuttle or colectivo.

Calama is served by El Loa Airport (CJC), located approximately 3 km south of the city center. As the gateway to the Atacama Desert and San Pedro de Atacama, this airport handles both domestic flights and serves as a key transit point for travelers exploring northern Chile. Airport transfers to city center destinations are straightforward given the short distance, with options including taxis, shared shuttles, colectivos, and private transfers. Journey times are typically brief, though travelers continuing to San Pedro de Atacama should plan for an additional 100 km journey.

Transport Option

Typical Time

Typical Cost

Frequency

Best For

5-10 min

$3,000-$5,000 (CLP 3,000–5,000 (USD $3–5); metered or fixed fare)

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

fastest door-to-door option

10-20 min

$1,500-$2,500 (CLP 1,500–2,500 (USD $1.50–2.50); shared with other passengers)

when full (traffic dependent)

budget travelers

10-25 min

$2,000-$4,000 (CLP 2,000–4,000 (USD $2–4); multiple stops possible)

aligned with flight arrivals (traffic dependent)

affordable group travel

5-10 min

$8,000-$15,000 (CLP 8,000–15,000 (USD $8–15); pre-booked service)

pre-booked (traffic dependent)

comfort and convenience

5-10 min

$25,000-$50,000 (CLP 25,000–50,000 (USD $25–50) per day; useful for Atacama exploration)

on-demand during office hours (traffic dependent)

exploring the Atacama region

Notes:

  • Prices in CLP; table created in 2025 and subject to change.
  • El Loa Airport is small with limited public transport options; taxis and transfers are the primary modes.
  • Many travelers continue to San Pedro de Atacama (100 km east); separate shuttle services operate this route.
  • We recommend checking official transport websites for your travel planning.

Updated: December 2025

Weather in Calama

Average Weather

MonthAverage monthly max temperatureAverage monthly min temperature
January24°C11°C
February23°C11°C
March23°C10°C
April22°C8°C
May20°C6°C
June19°C5°C
July19°C4°C
August20°C5°C
September22°C7°C
October23°C8°C
November24°C9°C
December24°C10°C
Hottest Month
24°C
November
Coldest month
4°C
July
Sunny days
363
days per year

14 day forecast

Saturday
25 Apr
23°C7°C
2 May
26°C10°C
Sunday
26 Apr
23°C7°C
3 May
25°C10°C
Monday
27 Apr
22°C7°C
4 May
24°C9°C
Tuesday
28 Apr
22°C6°C
5 May
24°C9°C
Wednesday
29 Apr
22°C6°C
6 May
24°C8°C
Thursday
30 Apr
23°C7°C
7 May
22°C7°C
Friday
1 May
24°C6°C
8 May
22°C7°C

Frequently asked questions

What airports are near Islay?
The main airport in Islay is Islay. It is also served by Islay, Campbeltown.
What airports are near Calama?
The main airport in Calama is El Loa. It is also served by El Loa, Andrés Sabella Gálvez International.
When’s the best time to travel between Islay and Calama?
If you don’t have specific dates for your trip between Islay and Calama, you can enter a date range into the departure and return fields. Most carriers on the Kiwi.com website allow you to search and book up to six months from the day of your search. Order the search results by the best, cheapest, or fastest route, or find the cheapest outbound and return combination in the pricing table.
What flights operate between Islay and Calama?
Traveling between Islay and Calama, you can choose between direct (nonstop) flights or flights with one or more stops. You can select the number of stops on your journey, including an overnight stopover, and the duration of the stopover. What’s more, you can also select where you want to have your stopover. Want to say "Hi" to a friend in another city en route to your destination? Or fancy a quick round of shopping? Go Multi-City or Nomad and add places to your search that you wish to visit.
How many airports are there near Islay?
There are a number of airports in and around Islay. The main one is Islay and other nearby airports include Islay, Campbeltown
How many airports are there near Calama?
There are a number of airports in and around Calama. The main one is El Loa and other nearby airports include El Loa, Andrés Sabella Gálvez International.
What time do nonstop (direct) flights between Islay and Calama depart?
This depends on the airline’s flight schedule. You can easily select your preferred departure time when you search on our website or mobile app. Choose the time of day you wish to depart from Islay, such as morning, afternoon, evening, or night, or select the exact hours for departure.
What time do nonstop (direct) flights between Islay and Calama arrive?
This depends on the airline’s flight schedule. You can easily select your preferred arrival time when you search on our website or mobile app. Choose the time of day you wish to arrive at Calama, such as morning, afternoon, evening, or night, or select the exact hours for arrival.
What time do flights between Islay and Calama depart?
This depends on the airline’s flight schedule. You can easily select your preferred departure time when you search on our website or mobile app. Choose the time of day you wish to depart from Islay, such as morning, afternoon, evening, or night, or select the exact hours for departure.
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