El Loa Airport guide

Updated 2026-10-13

El Loa Airport (Aeropuerto El Loa, ICAO SCCF) is the main gateway to Calama and the copper-mining district of the Atacama Desert in northern Chile. The terminal sits about 6 km from the centre of Calama.

CJCIATA

Services at El Loa Airport

5 of 6 available

Key facts

  • Services12listed across 5 of 6 types
  • Local timeSantiago time
  • IATACJCICAO SCCF
  • Runways1
  • Terminals1mixed
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Terminals

1 terminal
  • PAMixedPassenger TerminalJetSMART, LATAM, Sky Airline

Nearby cities

straight-line distance
  • CalamaNorthwest of the airport6 km

Questions

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What are the airport codes for El Loa Airport?

El Loa Airport uses the following codes: IATA: CJC, ICAO: SCCF. These codes are used by airlines, pilots, and travel systems to identify the airport.

Where is El Loa Airport located?

El Loa Airport is located in Calama, Antofagasta Region, Chile. The airport coordinates are -22.4982°, -68.9036°.

What services are available at El Loa Airport?

El Loa Airport offers: 1 parking options, 5 car rental companies, 1 lounges, 3 nearby hotels, 2 shuttle services. Click on each service type above to view detailed information.

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