Travelling from Brussels to Viru Viru International Airport (VVI): What you need to know
There are two main airports you can start your journey from in Brussels. Explore your options departing from Brussels Airport (BRU) or Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL) when booking your flight from Brussels to Viru Viru International Airport (VVI).
The timezone in Santa Cruz is UTC-4, which is five hours behind Brussels. Viru Viru International Airport is located in Santa Cruz.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Brussels to VVI. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
In peak travel periods, expect extended wait times and get there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to explore a new city or just have a break during your trip. When searching for a cheap flight from Brussels to VVI, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to explore all potential stops. Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) is an option when departing from Brussels Airport (BRU).
BRU is around 14 kilometres from central Brussels. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 40 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Brussels Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Brussels to Viru Viru International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
When it comes to Brussels Airport's on-time performance, data shows 71.97% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Break up your flight from Brussels to Viru Viru International Airport with a stop at Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD). A major stopover between Brussels S. Charleroi Airport and VVI, it's a good opportunity to relax before the next leg of your journey.
You can reach CRL from central Brussels in approximately 55 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 35 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Brussels to VVI flight? Check in to a hotel near Brussels S. Charleroi Airport before your trip officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
71.71% of all departures from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport make it to their destination as expected.
About Viru Viru International Airport (VVI)
Have a late flight from Brussels to Viru Viru International Airport? Don't let it stretch your travel day into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near VVI and give yourself a well-earned lights-out:
Pick up a Viru Viru International Airport rental car and see parts of the region that most travellers miss. 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 Brussels to Viru Viru International Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels to Viru Viru International Airport (VVI)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Brussels to Viru Viru International Airport is ر.ق. 1,744. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ر.ق. 3,495. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To find cheap flights from Brussels to VVI, book ahead. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your Brussels to Viru Viru International Airport ticket.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a better deal comes up on flight tickets from Brussels to VVI.
Filters make it easier to land a deal on your flight from Brussels to Viru Viru International Airport. Pick the departure times, carriers and stops that check all your boxes. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the lowest price right away.
The best time to fly from Brussels to Viru Viru International Airport (VVI)
February is the quietest month for flights from Brussels to Viru Viru International Airport (VVI), while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Santa Cruz based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a Brussels to VVI flight ticket departing in September if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Santa Cruz to range from 18ºC to 39ºC.
July has temperatures of between 14ºC and 33ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Brussels to Viru Viru International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Bolivia
You've seen Santa Cruz, now it's time to explore other corners of Bolivia. Journey around 40 kilometres north to Montero to tick off its leading attractions. From SAMASA Parque Recreacional De Montero to Plaza Principal de Montero and la cruz Park, your itinerary will be busy.
Warnes is another must-experience destination in Bolivia and is around 16 kilometres north of Santa Cruz. No trip is complete without experiencing #MiEKoParqueSeguro Ecologico, Plazuela Melchor Pinto and Plaza Principal de Warnes.
