Flying from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Viru Viru International Airport (VVI): what you need to know
The timezone in Santa Cruz is UTC-4, which is five hours behind Barcelona.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your BCN to VVI flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Viru Viru International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between BCN and VVI:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
El Dorado International Airport
Miami International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Viru Viru International Airport (VVI)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Viru Viru International Airport flight is 323 €. A round-trip plane ticket is currently 689 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from BCN to VVI if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Viru Viru International Airport across the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from BCN to VVI is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when fares go down.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Viru Viru International Airport.
Handy information about Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Of all flights departing from Barcelona-El Prat Airport, 79.12% land on time at their destination.
Central Barcelona to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is approximately 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near BCN. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Viru Viru International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Viru Viru International Airport (VVI)
If you're arriving on a late Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Viru Viru International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these hotels near VVI:
Venture beyond Santa Cruz and discover places that are off the radar with your own set of wheels. You can pick up a Viru Viru International Airport rental car from companies like Europcar or Keddy By Europcar.
Reserving your ride from Viru Viru International Airport around two weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Viru Viru International Airport (VVI) to central Santa Cruz
Viru Viru International Airport to central Santa Cruz has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
When to fly to Viru Viru International Airport (VVI)
July is the most popular month for flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Viru Viru International Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Santa Cruz in February.
The warmest month in Santa Cruz is September, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 39ºC (102ºF). Book your flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Viru Viru International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from BCN to VVI in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF) on average.
Explore more of Bolivia
Santa Cruz has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Bolivia you'll want to see. About 499 kilometres west of Santa Cruz, a visit to Cochabamba will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Cristo de la Concordia, Palacio Portales and Parque Mariscal Santa Cruz.
If you're looking to explore another side of Bolivia, consider Sucre, about 451 kilometres south-west of Santa Cruz. House of Liberty Museum - Casa de la Libertad, Plaza 25 de Mayo and La Recoleta are key highlights.
