What is the cheapest way to get from Los Angeles to Calama?

The cheapest way to get from Los Angeles to Calama is to fly which costs $430 - $1,600 and takes 17h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Los Angeles to Calama?

The fastest way to get from Los Angeles to Calama is to fly which takes 17h 10m and costs $430 - $1,600.

How far is it from Los Angeles to Calama?

The distance between Los Angeles and Calama is 8202 km.

How long does it take to get from Los Angeles to Calama?

It takes approximately 17h 10m to get from Los Angeles to Calama, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Los Angeles and Calama?

Calama is 3h ahead of Los Angeles. It is currently 3:50 PM in Los Angeles and 6:50 PM in Calama.

Where can I stay near Calama?

There are 80+ hotels available in Calama.

Los Angeles to Calama - 3 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Los Angeles to Calama by plane, bus, or train

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Fly Los Angeles International Airport to Calama Airport
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1. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Calama Airport (CJC)plane LAX - CJC
17h 10m
$435–1,530
Fly Los Angeles International Airport to Antofagasta Airport, bus
1. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Antofagasta Airport (ANF)plane LAX - ANF
2. Take the bus from Antofagasta to Terminal Balmaceda Pullman Busbus
19h 50m
$535–1,560
Train to San Diego International Airport, fly to Calama Airport
1. Take the train from Los Angeles to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain
2. Fly from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Calama Airport (CJC)plane SAN - CJC
24h 2m
$478–1,597

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Calama Airport (CJC) flights

5Weekly Planes

16h 40mAverage Duration

$415Cheapest Price

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Distance: 8,201.6 km
Duration: 17h 10m

What companies run services between Los Angeles, CA, USA and Calama, Chile?

LATAM Chile, American Airlines, and JetSMART fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Calama Airport (CJC) 5 times a week.

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How to get fromLos Angeles to Calamaby plane, bus, or train

There are 3 ways to get from Los Angeles to Calama by plane, bus, or train

Fly Los Angeles International Airport to Calama Airport

Fly Los Angeles International Airport to Antofagasta Airport, bus

Train to San Diego International Airport, fly to Calama Airport