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How to get fromLos Angeles to Atacama Desertby plane, unknown, or train

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There are 3 ways to get from Los Angeles to Atacama Desert by plane, unknown, or train

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  1. Fly Los Angeles International Airport to Antofagasta Airport, travel

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    1. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Antofagasta Airport (ANF)plane plane LAX - ANF
    2. Walk from Antofagasta Airport (ANF) to Atacama Desertunknown unknown
    18h 51m

  2. Fly Los Angeles International Airport to Calama Airport, travel

    1. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Calama Airport (CJC)plane plane LAX - CJC
    2. Walk from Calama Airport (CJC) to Atacama Desertunknown unknown
    20h 50m

  3. Train to San Diego International Airport, fly to Antofagasta Airport, travel

    1. Take the train from Los Angeles to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain train
    2. Fly from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Antofagasta Airport (ANF)plane plane SAN - ANF
    3. Walk from Antofagasta Airport (ANF) to Atacama Desertunknown unknown
    24h 59m

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Antofagasta Airport (ANF) flights

Calendar8Weekly Planes
Duration13h 42mAverage Duration
Ticket$501Cheapest Price
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Map of how to get from Los Angeles to Atacama Desert.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 8,342.1 km
  • Duration: 18h 51m

What companies run services between Los Angeles, CA, USA and Atacama Desert, Antofagasta Region, Chile?

There is no direct connection from Los Angeles to Atacama Desert. However, you can take the bus to LAX Tom Bradley International Terminal, walk to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) airport, fly to Antofagasta Airport (ANF), then travel to Atacama Desert. Alternatively, you can take the bus to LAX Tom Bradley International Terminal, walk to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) airport, fly to Calama Airport (CJC), then travel to Atacama Desert.

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