Airport Comparison
Calama (CJC) to Lima (LIM) Flight Distance
The flight distance from El Loa Airport (CJC) in Calama, Chile to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) in Lima, Peru is 1,454 kilometers (904 miles / 785 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying northwest at a heading of 322°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
This is an international route connecting Chile with Peru. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 13:46 in Calama, it's 11:46 in Lima.
There is a significant elevation difference of 7,430 feet between the two airports. Jorge Chavez International Airport sits lower than El Loa Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Lima (LIM) to Calama (CJC) follows a heading of 144° (southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the El Loa Airport (CJC) and Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.