IATA Code
VVI
ICAO Code
SLVR
Airport Type
Large Airport
Class
International

Viru Viru International Airport is the main international airport for Santa Cruz de la Sierra and is Bolivia’s busiest international gateway. It handles most international long‑haul and regional flights into eastern Bolivia.

The airport has a single main passenger terminal that accommodates international and domestic operations with a reasonable range of passenger services compared with smaller regional aerodromes.

Viru Viru International Airport
Elevation: 373 m
-17.6448, -63.1354

Terminal Guide for Viru Viru International Airport #

Viru Viru uses one main passenger terminal where international and domestic services are processed; check‑in and immigration are handled in the international sections while domestic operations are integrated within the same building. Retail and dining are concentrated in the central departure hall.

Getting to and From Viru Viru International Airport #

Travel to Santa Cruz city centre from the airport typically takes 20-40 minutes by car depending on traffic and your destination in the city.

  • Taxis: Taxis and pre‑booked transfers are commonly used; agree fares in Bolivianos before departing or use metered taxis where available.
  • Airport shuttle / bus: Some shuttle services and local buses connect the airport with the city; frequency and reliability vary.
  • Car hire / driving: Major car rental companies operate at the airport; driving to central Santa Cruz is straightforward on main roads.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Viru Viru International Airport #

Viru Viru offers a selection of passenger amenities including shops, eateries and basic lounge services appropriate for an international gateway.

  • Lounges: Some airline lounges and pay‑per‑use options may be available for international passengers.
  • Food & drink: A range of cafés and restaurants serve arriving and departing passengers landside and airside.
  • Wi‑Fi & charging: Wi‑Fi and charging points are typically provided; availability may vary depending on area of the terminal.
  • Accessibility: Basic assistance services are available; arrange special assistance through your airline before travel.

Tips for Viru Viru International Airport #

  • Taxis are the most straightforward way into Santa Cruz city centre; agree a fare beforehand if a meter is not used.
  • If you have an onward domestic connection, confirm the check‑in counter location and allow time for local procedures - operations can differ from larger hubs.
  • Currency exchange and ATMs are available but carrying some Bolivianos for small purchases is advisable.

Weather & Climate near Viru Viru International Airport #

Climate

Viru Viru International Airport's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with hot summers (peaking in January) and warm winters (coldest in June). Temperatures range from 15°C to 32°C. Abundant rainfall (1213 mm/year), wettest in January.

Air Quality: AQI 75 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
AugustSeptemberJuly
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
42°
Warmest Month
4°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Good 22° - 31° 27° 189 mm overcast 76% 3.0 m/s 2.4 extreme 12.9h
February Good 22° - 31° 26° 133 mm overcast 79% 2.7 m/s 2.3 extreme 12.6h
March Very Good 21° - 31° 26° 100 mm overcast 76% 2.7 m/s 2.1 extreme 12.1h
April Very Good 19° - 29° 24° 86 mm partly cloudy 74% 2.8 m/s 1.8 very high 11.6h
May Very Good 17° - 27° 22° 68 mm overcast 73% 2.9 m/s 1.3 high 11.2h
June Very Good 16° - 25° 21° 61 mm overcast 72% 3.1 m/s 1.1 high 11.0h
July Excellent 15° - 26° 21° 43 mm partly cloudy 63% 3.5 m/s 1.2 high 11.1h
August Excellent 16° - 29° 22° 39 mm partly cloudy 52% 3.4 m/s 1.4 high 11.4h
September Excellent 18° - 30° 24° 65 mm partly cloudy 49% 3.7 m/s 1.6 very high 11.9h
October Very Good 20° - 32° 26° 103 mm partly cloudy 57% 3.5 m/s 2.0 extreme 12.4h
November Very Good 21° - 32° 27° 138 mm overcast 63% 3.2 m/s 2.3 extreme 12.8h
December Good 22° - 31° 27° 188 mm overcast 72% 3.1 m/s 2.3 extreme 13.0h

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