Direct (nonstop) flights from Tarija to Santa Cruz

1 airline flys nonstop from Capitan Oriel Lea Plaza (TJA) to Santa Cruz (VVI). It's 286 miles (461 km), about 1h in the air. Operated by Boliviana de Aviación.

TJA
Capitan Oriel Lea Plaza
🇧🇴 Tarija, Bolivia
VVI
Santa Cruz
🇧🇴 Santa Cruz, Bolivia
Flight Time
1h
Distance
286 mi
461 km
CO₂/pax
53 kg
−64 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Boliviana de Aviación
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Boliviana de Aviación Boliviana de Aviación

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Boliviana de Aviación OB Boliviana de Aviación
Route
TJA → VVI
Flight Time
1h
Distance
286 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Tarija to Santa Cruz with one stop · direct emits 53 kg CO₂ per passenger

TJA CBB (Cochabamba) VVI
Leg 1: 1h (300 mi) Leg 2: 50m (201 mi) Total: ~1h 50m 🍃 117 kg CO₂ (+121% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TJA → CBB
1h · 300 mi
View TJA to CBB flights →
Leg 2
CBB → VVI
50m · 201 mi
View CBB to VVI flights →
TJA LPB (La Paz) VVI
Leg 1: 1h 10m (414 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (342 mi) Total: ~2h 15m 🍃 165 kg CO₂ (+211% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TJA → LPB
1h 10m · 414 mi
View TJA to LPB flights →
Leg 2
LPB → VVI
1h 5m · 342 mi
View LPB to VVI flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Tarija to Santa Cruz?

A nonstop flight from Tarija (TJA) to Santa Cruz (VVI) takes approximately 1 hours. The distance is 286 miles (461 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Tarija to Santa Cruz?

Just Boliviana de Aviación.

Is there a nonstop flight from Tarija to Santa Cruz?

Yes. 1 airline: Boliviana de Aviación.

How far is Tarija from Santa Cruz?

The flight distance from Tarija to Santa Cruz is 286 miles (461 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 Tarija to Santa Cruz?

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

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

Roughly 53 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 265 km.

Is the return flight from Santa Cruz to Tarija 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 Tarija 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 Capitan Oriel Lea Plaza for this flight?

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