Travelling from El Alto International Airport (LPB) to Viru Viru International Airport (VVI): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from El Alto International Airport to Viru Viru International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 10 minutes.
Santa Cruz's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as La Paz.
Every week, there are 90 El Alto International Airport to Viru Viru International Airport flights. If you want to be on board as soon as possible, pick the 05:45 BoA flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure is at 22:00 with BoA.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your LPB to VVI flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
LATAM Airlines offers direct flights from El Alto International Airport to Viru Viru International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Santa Cruz — and maybe even more of Bolivia if time allows.
The majority of passengers choose to travel with LATAM Airlines on this route.
LATAM Airlines ranks as the top on-time carrier for LPB to VVI flights, with 96.3% of services reaching their destination on schedule.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from El Alto International Airport to Viru Viru International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between LPB and VVI:
J Wilsterman Airport
Juana Azurduy de Padilla International Airport
Capitan Oriel Lea Plaza Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from El Alto International Airport (LPB) to Viru Viru International Airport (VVI)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way El Alto International Airport to Viru Viru International Airport flight is R 1,036. A return plane ticket right now is R 2,026. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To get cheap tickets from LPB to VVI, book your trip five months before your departure.
Organise your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from El Alto International Airport to Viru Viru International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across every month.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from LPB to VVI.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from El Alto International Airport to Viru Viru International Airport.
Handy information about El Alto International Airport (LPB)
When it comes to El Alto International Airport's on-time performance, 78.1% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To get to El Alto International Airport from central La Paz, it'll take about 30 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 16 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching an early flight from El Alto International Airport to Viru Viru International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to LPB:
Arriving at Viru Viru International Airport (VVI)
Book a hotel close to VVI if you're catching a late El Alto International Airport to Viru Viru International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Viru Viru International Airport rental car and see parts of the region that most travellers miss. Europcar and Keddy By Europcar can hook you up with a set of wheels for your travels through Santa Cruz and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Viru Viru International Airport about two weeks before you set off.
Getting from Viru Viru International Airport (VVI) to central Santa Cruz
From Viru Viru International Airport, Santa Cruz is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to drive to the centre.
When to fly to Viru Viru International Airport (VVI)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from El Alto International Airport to Viru Viru International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Santa Cruz. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
When booking your flight from El Alto International Airport to Viru Viru International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. September is the warmest month in Santa Cruz, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 39ºC (102ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from LPB to VVI in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF) on average.
Explore more of Bolivia
Santa Cruz is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Bolivia waiting to be discovered. Around 499 kilometres west of Santa Cruz, a visit to Cochabamba will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Cristo de la Concordia, Palacio Portales and Parque Mariscal Santa Cruz.
Around 451 kilometres south-west of Santa Cruz, Sucre is another favourite stop in Bolivia. Experience major highlights starting with House of Liberty Museum - Casa de la Libertad, Plaza 25 de Mayo and La Recoleta.
