Direct (nonstop) flights from La Paz to Santa Cruz

3 airlines fly nonstop from El Alto International (LPB) to Santa Cruz (VVI). It's 342 miles (550 km), about 1h 5m in the air. Operated by EcoJet, LATAM Airlines, Boliviana de Aviación.

LPB
El Alto International
🇧🇴 La Paz, Bolivia
VVI
Santa Cruz
🇧🇴 Santa Cruz, Bolivia
Flight Time
1h 5m
Distance
342 mi
550 km
CO₂/pax
63 kg
−26 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
EcoJet +2
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by EcoJet EcoJet LATAM Airlines LATAM Airlines Boliviana de Aviación Boliviana de Aviación

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

EcoJet 8J EcoJet
Route
LPB → VVI
Flight Time
1h 5m
Distance
342 mi
LATAM Airlines LA LATAM Airlines
Route
LPB → VVI
Flight Time
1h 5m
Distance
342 mi
Boliviana de Aviación OB Boliviana de Aviación
Route
LPB → VVI
Flight Time
1h 5m
Distance
342 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from La Paz to Santa Cruz with one stop · direct emits 63 kg CO₂ per passenger

LPB CBB (Cochabamba) VVI
Leg 1: 45m (146 mi) Leg 2: 50m (201 mi) Total: ~1h 35m 🍃 89 kg CO₂ (+41% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LPB → CBB
45m · 146 mi
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Leg 2
CBB → VVI
50m · 201 mi
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LPB SRE (Sucre) VVI
Leg 1: 1h (256 mi) Leg 2: 45m (170 mi) Total: ~1h 45m 🍃 103 kg CO₂ (+63% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LPB → SRE
1h · 256 mi
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Leg 2
SRE → VVI
45m · 170 mi
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LPB TJA (Tarija) VVI
Leg 1: 1h 10m (414 mi) Leg 2: 1h (286 mi) Total: ~2h 10m 🍃 155 kg CO₂ (+146% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LPB → TJA
1h 10m · 414 mi
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Leg 2
TJA → VVI
1h · 286 mi
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LPB LIM (Lima) VVI
Leg 1: 2h (673 mi) Leg 2: 2h 35m (1,010 mi) Total: ~4h 35m 🍃 321 kg CO₂ (+410% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LPB → LIM
2h · 673 mi
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Leg 2
LIM → VVI
2h 35m · 1,010 mi
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LPB BOG (Bogota) VVI
Leg 1: 3h 45m (1,513 mi) Leg 2: 4h 3m (1,709 mi) Total: ~7h 48m 🍃 570 kg CO₂ (+805% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LPB → BOG
3h 45m · 1,513 mi
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Leg 2
BOG → VVI
4h 3m · 1,709 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from La Paz to Santa Cruz?

A nonstop flight from La Paz (LPB) to Santa Cruz (VVI) takes approximately 1 hours and 5 minutes. The distance is 342 miles (550 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from La Paz to Santa Cruz?

3 airlines: EcoJet, LATAM Airlines, Boliviana de Aviación.

Is there a nonstop flight from La Paz to Santa Cruz?

Yes. 3 airlines: EcoJet, LATAM Airlines, Boliviana de Aviación.

How far is La Paz from Santa Cruz?

The flight distance from La Paz to Santa Cruz is 342 miles (550 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from La Paz to Santa Cruz?

At 1h 5m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from La Paz to Santa Cruz?

Roughly 63 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 315 km.

Is the return flight from Santa Cruz to La Paz also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from La Paz to Santa Cruz?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at El Alto International for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.