Travelling from Uyuni Airport (UYU) to Santa Cruz Viru Viru Airport (VVI): what you need to know
Uyuni and Santa Cruz follow the same timezone, UTC-4.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your UYU to VVI flight.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Uyuni Airport (UYU) to Santa Cruz Viru Viru Airport (VVI)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Uyuni Airport to Santa Cruz Viru Viru Airport flight is Rs41,535. A round-trip ticket right now is Rs101,422. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from UYU to VVI, book ahead. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in each month when looking for your flight from Uyuni Airport to Santa Cruz Viru Viru Airport.
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Handy information about Uyuni Airport (UYU)
59% of flights leaving from Uyuni Airport reach their destination on time.
Uyuni Airport is around 10 kilometres from central Uyuni. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Uyuni Airport to Santa Cruz Viru Viru Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to UYU:
Arriving at Santa Cruz Viru Viru Airport (VVI)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Uyuni Airport to Santa Cruz Viru Viru Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near VVI instead:
Pick up the keys to a Santa Cruz Viru Viru Airport rental car from leading companies like Europcar or Keddy By Europcar. With your own set of wheels, you can venture beyond Santa Cruz and experience places that fly under the radar.
For the best deal, book your ride from Santa Cruz Viru Viru Airport about two weeks ahead.
Getting from Santa Cruz Viru Viru Airport (VVI) to central Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz Viru Viru Airport is roughly 18 kilometres from the centre of Santa Cruz. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Santa Cruz Viru Viru Airport (VVI)
August is the most popular month for flights from Uyuni Airport to Santa Cruz Viru Viru Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Santa Cruz in March.
Lock in your flight from Uyuni Airport to Santa Cruz Viru Viru Airport for September if you want to visit Santa Cruz during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 19ºC and 39ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from UYU to VVI in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 15ºC and 32ºC on average.
Explore more of Bolivia
You've visited Santa Cruz, now it's time to explore other parts of Bolivia. Journey about 499 kilometres west to Cochabamba to check off its top attractions. From Ecoturistico Pairumani Park to Iglesia de la Compañía de Jesús and Iglesia de la Recoleta, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in Bolivia, head for Sucre, roughly 451 kilometres south-west of Santa Cruz. La Recoleta, Simon Bolivar Park and Dinosaur Tracks (Cal Orck'o) are key reasons to visit.
