Travelling from Milan to Viru Viru International Airport (VVI): What you need to know
When organising your flight from Milan to Viru Viru International Airport (VVI), there's a good range of airports you can depart from. Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP), Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) and Milano Linate Airport (LIN) are Milan's main terminals.
Santa Cruz is five hours behind Milan. Viru Viru International Airport is located in Santa Cruz, which operates on the UTC-4 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your flight from Milan to VVI.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
You might be able to make your cheap flight from Milan to VVI even cheaper with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search to explore which cities could make a good pit stop. Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) is an option when leaving from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP).
Travelling from central Milan to MXP takes about 55 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a comfortable hotel near Milano Malpensa Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Milan to Viru Viru International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Milano Malpensa Airport, 68.23% of flights complete their journey on time.
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
Break up your flight from Milan to Viru Viru International Airport with a stop at Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD). A main stopover between Orio al Serio International Airport and VVI, it's a good opportunity to recharge before the next leg of your journey.
You can get to BGY from the centre of Milan in approximately 1 hour by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey by public transport will take roughly 2 hours 20 minutes to travel the 64 kilometres or so.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Milan to VVI flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Orio al Serio International Airport:
67.49% of flights out of Orio al Serio International Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
When searching for a flight ticket from Milan to Viru Viru International Airport (VVI) out of Milano Linate Airport (LIN), you can choose from a few stopover options. Consider making a detour to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD), one of the most popular connection points on this route.
LIN is around 11 kilometres from central Milan. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 30 minutes. If you're thinking about using public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Take the 'what ifs' out of departure day — stay close to Milano Linate Airport and know you'll make it to the terminal with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Milan to Viru Viru International Airport flight:
The on-time performance rating of LIN is 79.56%. In simpler terms, that's how often flights that depart this airport arrive as planned.
About Viru Viru International Airport (VVI)
Book a hotel close to VVI if you have a late flight from Milan to Viru Viru International Airport. Select one of these options and be in bed in no time flat:
Explore beyond Santa Cruz and discover places that are off the radar with your own set of wheels. You can book a Viru Viru International Airport rental car from popular providers like Europcar or Keddy By Europcar.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle around two weeks in advance of your Milan to Viru Viru International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Milan to Viru Viru International Airport (VVI)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Milan to Viru Viru International Airport is Rs117,982. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs246,633. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Milan to VVI. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Milan to Viru Viru International Airport tickets across the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Milan to Viru Viru International Airport (VVI)
July is the busiest month for flights from Milan to Viru Viru International Airport (VVI). Plan your visit to Santa Cruz in February for a more laid-back experience.
When booking your Milan to VVI flight ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. September is the warmest month in Santa Cruz, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC to 39ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Milan to Viru Viru International Airport in July when temperatures are between 14ºC and 33ºC.
Explore more of Bolivia
Montero is just one of the many places in Bolivia waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Santa Cruz. Around 40 kilometres away to the north, its top attractions include SAMASA Parque Recreacional De Montero, Plaza Principal de Montero and la cruz Park.
Around 16 kilometres north of Santa Cruz, Warnes is another essential stop in Bolivia. No visit is complete without checking out #MiEKoParqueSeguro Ecologico, Plazuela Melchor Pinto and Plaza Principal de Warnes.
