Flying from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Viru Viru International Airport (VVI): what you need to know
Santa Cruz's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as New York.
Your JFK to VVI flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Viru Viru International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between JFK and VVI:
Miami International Airport
Tocumen International Airport
El Dorado International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Viru Viru International Airport (VVI)
231 € is the lowest price for a one-way John F. Kennedy International Airport to Viru Viru International Airport flight. Return flights start from 489 €. These prices can change depending on availability.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from JFK to VVI if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when looking for your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Viru Viru International Airport.
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Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Viru Viru International Airport.
Handy information about John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.
Of the departures from John F. Kennedy International Airport, 74.1% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To get to John F. Kennedy International Airport from central New York, it'll take around 50 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 20 minutes when using public transport.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near JFK. Whether you're boarding an early flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Viru Viru International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Viru Viru International Airport (VVI)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a John F. Kennedy International Airport to Viru Viru International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near VVI instead:
Travel beyond Santa Cruz and discover places that are off the radar with your own wheels. You can grab a Viru Viru International Airport rental car from popular providers like Europcar or Keddy By Europcar.
Reserving your vehicle from Viru Viru International Airport around two weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Viru Viru International Airport (VVI) to central Santa Cruz
Viru Viru International Airport to the centre of 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)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Viru Viru International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Santa Cruz. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in February.
Before locking in your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Viru Viru International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. September is the warmest month in Santa Cruz, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 39ºC (102ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from JFK to VVI in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF) on average.
Explore more of Bolivia
Cochabamba is just one of the many places in Bolivia waiting to be discovered after you've seen Santa Cruz. Around 499 kilometres away to the west, its best attractions include Cristo de la Concordia, Palacio Portales and Parque Mariscal Santa Cruz.
Sucre is another favourite destination in Bolivia and is around 451 kilometres south-west of Santa Cruz. No trip is complete without visiting House of Liberty Museum - Casa de la Libertad, Plaza 25 de Mayo and La Recoleta.
