The flight distance from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) in Athens, Greece to El Loa Airport (CJC) in Calama, Chile is 11,759 kilometers (7,306 miles / 6,349 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying west southwest at a heading of 253°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting Greece with Chile. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 16:01 in Athens, it's 11:01 in Calama. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 7,235 feet between the two airports. El Loa Airport sits higher than Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Calama (CJC) to Athens (ATH) follows a heading of 55° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) and El Loa Airport (CJC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.