Direct (nonstop) flights from Santa Cruz to La Paz

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

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

Route data last updated: May 28, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

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

Alternative Routes

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

VVI CBB (Cochabamba) LPB
Leg 1: 45m (201 mi) Leg 2: 45m (146 mi) Total: ~1h 30m 🍃 89 kg CO₂ (+41% vs. direct)
Leg 1
VVI → CBB
45m · 201 mi
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Leg 2
CBB → LPB
45m · 146 mi
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VVI SRE (Sucre) LPB
Leg 1: 45m (170 mi) Leg 2: 1h (256 mi) Total: ~1h 45m 🍃 103 kg CO₂ (+63% vs. direct)
Leg 1
VVI → SRE
45m · 170 mi
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Leg 2
SRE → LPB
1h · 256 mi
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VVI TJA (Tarija) LPB
Leg 1: 1h (286 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (414 mi) Total: ~2h 10m 🍃 155 kg CO₂ (+146% vs. direct)
Leg 1
VVI → TJA
1h · 286 mi
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Leg 2
TJA → LPB
1h 10m · 414 mi
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VVI LIM (Lima) LPB
Leg 1: 2h 45m (1,010 mi) Leg 2: 1h 50m (673 mi) Total: ~4h 35m 🍃 321 kg CO₂ (+410% vs. direct)
Leg 1
VVI → LIM
2h 45m · 1,010 mi
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Leg 2
LIM → LPB
1h 50m · 673 mi
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VVI SCL (Santiago) LPB
Leg 1: 3h 9m (1,184 mi) Leg 2: 2h 59m (1,174 mi) Total: ~6h 8m 🍃 423 kg CO₂ (+571% vs. direct)
Leg 1
VVI → SCL
3h 9m · 1,184 mi
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Leg 2
SCL → LPB
2h 59m · 1,174 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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

Which airlines fly nonstop from Santa Cruz to La Paz?

2 airlines: EcoJet, Boliviana de Aviación.

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

Yes. 2 airlines: EcoJet, Boliviana de Aviación.

How far is Santa Cruz from La Paz?

The flight distance from Santa Cruz to La Paz 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 Santa Cruz to La Paz?

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 Santa Cruz to La Paz?

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

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

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 Santa Cruz for this flight?

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