Traveling from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to El Loa Airport (CJC): what you need to know
Your GRU to CJC flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Choose a stopover if you want to break up your flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see the options for tickets from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to El Loa Airport. Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is a popular stopover on the GRU to CJC route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) to El Loa Airport (CJC)
At the moment, $118 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to El Loa Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $256. Remember that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from GRU to CJC, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
Getting cheap flights from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to El Loa Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices across each month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, data shows 75.54% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Sao Paulo to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport is approximately 26 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 20 minutes.
Have an early flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to El Loa Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near GRU:
Arriving at El Loa Airport (CJC)
If you're coming in on a late Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to El Loa Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near CJC:
Follow your own route with an El Loa Airport rental car. Book your wheels from united rent a car, Street Rent a Car or United and find adventure across Calama and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from El Loa Airport around one week ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from El Loa Airport (CJC) to central Calama
From El Loa Airport, Calama is approximately 6 kilometers away. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the center driving.
When to fly to El Loa Airport (CJC)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to El Loa Airport. June is the busiest month to visit Calama. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport to El Loa Airport for November if you want to go to Calama during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from GRU to CJC in July if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 1ºC (34ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) on average.
Explore more of Chile
You've visited Calama, now it's time to discover other corners of Chile. Travel about 193 kilometers south-west to Antofagasta to check off its popular sights. From La Portada to Huanchaca Ruins Museum and Plaza Colon, your itinerary will be busy.
Iquique is another essential stop in Chile and is around 274 kilometers north-west of Calama. No journey is complete without seeing Playa Cavancha, Baquedano Street and Zone Franca de Iquique Zofri.