Flying from Los Angeles to Viru Viru International Airport (VVI): What you need to know
Get your trip planning started by considering where you'll catch your flight from Los Angeles to Viru Viru International Airport (VVI). Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Van Nuys Airport (VNY) are Los Angeles's main airports.
The timezone in Santa Cruz is UTC-4, which is three hours ahead of Los Angeles. Viru Viru International Airport is located in Santa Cruz.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Get to the airport on time to board your flight from Los Angeles to VVI.
With more travelers during peak seasons, it's a good idea to be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will allow extra time for delays.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Whether you're eager to explore a new city along the way or just have a break, we make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To check out your options departing from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Miami International Airport (MIA) is a stop you can make when searching for cheap flights from Los Angeles to VVI.
Located around 20 miles from central Los Angeles, LAX can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 55 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Los Angeles to Viru Viru International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to Los Angeles International Airport:
81.05% of flights leaving Los Angeles International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule. With its strong on-time stats, you're unlikely to be delayed when jetting out of LAX.
You'll find LAX at One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
VNY is about 20 miles from central Los Angeles. It'll take you 35 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city center. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 40 minutes.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Van Nuys Airport the day before your Los Angeles to VVI flight:
About Viru Viru International Airport (VVI)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Los Angeles to Viru Viru International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near VVI instead:
Grab a Viru Viru International Airport rental car and take your itinerary to places outside the usual attractions. Europcar and Keddy By Europcar can hook you up with a set of wheels for your adventures through Santa Cruz and beyond.
Booking your ride around two weeks ahead of your Los Angeles to Viru Viru International Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Viru Viru International Airport (VVI)
$297 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Viru Viru International Airport. Return flights start from $638. These prices can change based on availability.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Los Angeles to VVI. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
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The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Viru Viru International Airport (VVI)
Think about the pace you're looking for when planning your trip dates. February is the quietest month to go to Santa Cruz. July is when most people book flights from Los Angeles to Viru Viru International Airport (VVI), which may be perfect if you're after more excitement.
The warmest month in Santa Cruz is September, with temperatures ranging between 64ºF and 102ºF. Book your Los Angeles to VVI plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
July has temperatures of between 57ºF and 91ºF. Look for cheap tickets from Los Angeles to Viru Viru International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Bolivia
Montero is just one of the many places in Bolivia waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Santa Cruz. Around 25 miles away to the north, check out popular attractions including SAMASA Parque Recreacional De Montero, Plaza Principal de Montero and la cruz Park.
Warnes is another well-known destination in Bolivia and is around 10 miles north of Santa Cruz. No trip is complete without a visit to #MiEKoParqueSeguro Ecologico, Plazuela Melchor Pinto and Plaza Principal de Warnes.
