The flight distance from Nashville International Airport (BNA) in Nashville, United States to El Loa Airport (CJC) in Calama, Chile is 6,781 kilometers (4,214 miles / 3,661 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying south southeast at a heading of 161°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

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

Time zone information: When it's 07:12 in Nashville, it's 10:12 in Calama. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 6,944 feet between the two airports. El Loa Airport sits higher than Nashville International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Calama (CJC) to Nashville (BNA) follows a heading of 344° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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