- El Loa Airport is an airport located in Calama, a city in northern Chile. It is one of the most important airports in the region and serves as a gateway to the Atacama Desert and various mining towns in the area. The airport has both domestic and international flights, with connections to major cities in Chile, as well as some destinations in South America. El Loa Airport is operated by the Chilean Airports Authority and offers a range of amenities for travelers, including parking, car rental services, restaurants, and shops.