Which airports can I use when flying from San Francisco to Calama?

Flights from San Francisco to Calama usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Calama El Loa (CJC).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Francisco to Calama?

Only Economy Class is available on flights from San Francisco to Calama.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Francisco to Calama?

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 12% on the San Francisco to Calama route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,144 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $1,294, a difference of $150. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Do I need a passport to fly from San Francisco to Calama?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Have flight prices from San Francisco to Calama changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route varied from about $1,278 to $1,977. That means the highest observed fare was about 54% higher than the lowest one.

What is the time difference between San Francisco and Calama?

Calama is 4 hours ahead of San Francisco (Chile Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

What car rental options are available at Calama El Loa Airport (CJC)?

Calama El Loa Airport (CJC) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $10 for economy cars. Top options include: • United Rent-A-Car • Chilean Rent A Car • Budget • Econorent • First Rent A Car

What is the cheapest airline to fly from San Francisco to Calama?

GOL ($1,278) and LATAM Airlines ($1,342) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Calama according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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Mon, Nov 23 - Mon, Nov 30

9:38 pm - 4:48 pmSFO San Francisco-CJC Calama El Loa

38h 10m2 stops Miami Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

10:05 pm - 12:23 pmCJC Calama El Loa-SFO San Francisco

43h 18m2 stops Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Miami

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Sun, Oct 25 - Thu, Oct 29

12:05 pm - 1:56 pmSFO San Francisco-CJC Calama El Loa

21h 51m2 stops Los Angeles Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

10:05 am - 9:39 pmCJC Calama El Loa-SFO San Francisco

39h 34m2 stops Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$1,342LATAM Airlines

Mon, Nov 23 - Mon, Nov 30

1:15 pm - 10:16 pmSFO San Francisco-CJC Calama El Loa

28h 01m3 stops San Salvador El Salvador Intl Lima J Chavez Intl Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

10:05 pm - 10:55 pmCJC Calama El Loa-SFO San Francisco

29h 50m3 stops Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Bogotá El Dorado San Salvador El Salvador Intl

$1,379Multiple Airlines

Mon, Nov 23 - Mon, Nov 30

1:15 pm - 7:58 pmSFO San Francisco-CJC Calama El Loa

25h 43m3 stops San Salvador El Salvador Intl Lima J Chavez Intl Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

12:58 pm - 11:10 amCJC Calama El Loa-SFO San Francisco

27h 12m2 stops Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Toronto Pearson Intl

$1,437Multiple Airlines

Sun, Oct 25 - Thu, Oct 29

8:55 am - 8:51 pmSFO San Francisco-CJC Calama El Loa

31h 56m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

10:05 am - 3:05 pmCJC Calama El Loa-SFO San Francisco

33h 00m2 stops Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,524LATAM Airlines

Sun, Oct 25 - Thu, Oct 29

8:55 am - 6:57 pmSFO San Francisco-CJC Calama El Loa

30h 02m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

10:05 am - 3:05 pmCJC Calama El Loa-SFO San Francisco

33h 00m2 stops Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,581LATAM Airlines

Sun, Oct 25 - Thu, Oct 29

8:55 am - 1:56 pmSFO San Francisco-CJC Calama El Loa

25h 01m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

6:59 pm - 3:05 pmCJC Calama El Loa-SFO San Francisco

24h 06m2 stops Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,977LATAM Airlines

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How much is a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Calama?

Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Calama start at $1,278. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $1,144 to $1,294. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,278 on GOL.

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Francisco to Calama?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from San Francisco to Calama.
Do I need a passport to fly from San Francisco to Calama?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
Have flight prices from San Francisco to Calama changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route varied from about $1,278 to $1,977. That means the highest observed fare was about 54% higher than the lowest one.
What car rental options are available at Calama El Loa Airport (CJC)?
Calama El Loa Airport (CJC) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $10 for economy cars. Top options include:
• United Rent-A-Car
• Chilean Rent A Car
• Budget
• Econorent
• First Rent A Car
Which airports can I use when flying from San Francisco to Calama?
Flights from San Francisco to Calama usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Calama El Loa (CJC).
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Francisco to Calama?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 12% on the San Francisco to Calama route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,144 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $1,294, a difference of $150. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
What is the time difference between San Francisco and Calama?
Calama is 4 hours ahead of San Francisco (Chile Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Thursday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $1,144 - about $150 less than Thursday (12% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Calama El Loa Airport.
- Park Hotel Calama

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