Travelling from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Viru Viru International Airport (VVI): what you need to know
Santa Cruz is two hours ahead of Mexico City and is in the UTC-4 timezone.
Your MEX to VVI flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Benito Juarez International Airport to Viru Viru International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Stopovers between MEX and VVI include:
Tocumen International Airport
El Dorado International Airport
Miami International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Viru Viru International Airport (VVI)
184 € is the lowest price for a one-way Benito Juarez International Airport to Viru Viru International Airport flight. Return flights start from 346 €. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MEX to VVI if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Benito Juarez International Airport to Viru Viru International Airport throughout the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from MEX to VVI.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Benito Juarez International Airport to Viru Viru International Airport.
Handy information about Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Benito Juarez International Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 80.91% of flights that depart MEX arrive at their destination on time.
To get to Benito Juarez International Airport from central Mexico City, it takes around 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 55 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Benito Juarez International Airport to Viru Viru International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near MEX:
Arriving at Viru Viru International Airport (VVI)
If you have a late Benito Juarez International Airport to Viru Viru International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these options near VVI:
Explore beyond Santa Cruz and discover off-the-radar places with your own set of wheels. You can grab a Viru Viru International Airport rental car from popular outlets like Europcar or Keddy By Europcar.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Viru Viru International Airport about two weeks before you travel.
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)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Benito Juarez International Airport to Viru Viru International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Santa Cruz. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Benito Juarez International Airport to Viru Viru International Airport for September if you'd like to explore Santa Cruz during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 39ºC (102ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MEX to VVI in July. Temperatures average between 14ºC (57ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF) then.
Explore more of Bolivia
You've done Santa Cruz, now it's time to explore other parts of Bolivia. Travel around 499 kilometres west to Cochabamba to check off its top sights. From Cristo de la Concordia to Palacio Portales and Parque Mariscal Santa Cruz, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If there's time to check out another major destination in Bolivia, consider Sucre, roughly 451 kilometres south-west of Santa Cruz. House of Liberty Museum - Casa de la Libertad, Plaza 25 de Mayo and La Recoleta are key reasons to visit.