Travelling from El Loa Airport (CJC) to Buenos Aires: what you need to know
Buenos Aires's timezone is UTC-3, which is the same as Calama (the location of El Loa Airport).
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your CJC to Buenos Aires flight.
Heading away during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Stopovers are a great opportunity to visit a new city or just have a break during your travels. When looking for a plane ticket from CJC to Buenos Aires, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to browse all potential stops. Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) is one option.
To get to CJC from central Calama, it'll take around 15 minutes if you're travelling by car. It's roughly 5 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
In search of a hotel close to CJC? If you're catching an early flight from El Loa Airport to Buenos Aires, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Of the flights that depart from El Loa Airport, 79.79% land on schedule at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from El Loa Airport (CJC) to Buenos Aires
P4,704 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way El Loa Airport to Buenos Aires flight. A return plane ticket right now is P12,304. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap flights from CJC to Buenos Aires, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.
Finding cheap tickets from El Loa Airport to Buenos Aires is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to access the lowest prices across each month and walk away with a sweet deal.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from CJC to Buenos Aires by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from El Loa Airport to Buenos Aires.
Airports in Buenos Aires
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP)
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) is around 14 kilometres from the centre of Buenos Aires. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 20 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel near AEP if you have a late flight from El Loa Airport to Buenos Aires. Select one of these accommodation options and make arrival day easier:
Hit the road running by picking up a Jorge Newbery Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hertz, Localiza or rentar low cost and experience the lesser-explored corners of Buenos Aires and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Jorge Newbery Airport about one week in advance of your flight from CJC to Buenos Aires.
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
Once your flight from El Loa Airport to Buenos Aires has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city centre in about 35 minutes by car. Central Buenos Aires is roughly 32 kilometres from Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE).
Travelling by public transport will take about 2 hours 10 minutes.
Following your CJC to Buenos Aires flight, kick back at a hotel close to EZE. These are some great options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Ministro Pistarini Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hertz, Cactus or Localiza and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Score the best price by securing your ride from EZE one week in advance. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Buenos Aires
Before locking in your flights from El Loa Airport to Buenos Aires, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Buenos Aires offers a lively atmosphere and plenty to do, while the low season brings cheaper hotel deals and fewer crowds.
Before booking an El Loa Airport to Buenos Aires plane ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. January is the warmest month in Buenos Aires, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
July sees average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from CJC to Buenos Aires around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Buenos Aires
Start your Buenos Aires trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from El Loa Airport to Buenos Aires, explore our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Recoleta Cemetery, Obelisco de Buenos Aires and Casa Rosada are leading attractions which should feature on any good Buenos Aires itinerary.
Explore more of Argentina
Rosario is just one of the many cities in Argentina waiting to be discovered after you've seen Buenos Aires. Around 274 kilometres away to the north-west, popular attractions include Monumento a la Bandera (Flag Monument), Predio Ferial Parque de la Independencia and Parque Nacional a la Bandera.
Mar Del Plata is another essential stop in Argentina and is around 386 kilometres south of Buenos Aires. No journey is complete without visiting Casino Central de Mar del Plata, Centro Cultural Villa Victoria Ocampo and Villa Ortiz Basualdo.Museo Municipal de Arte Juan Carlos Castagnino.