Flying from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Viru Viru International Airport (VVI): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Viru Viru International Airport is 11 hours 15 minutes.
Santa Cruz's timezone is UTC-4, making Santa Cruz five hours behind Madrid.
You can choose from ten weekly Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Viru Viru International Airport flights. The 13:30 departure with BoA is the earliest flight you can take. Air Europa operates the latest service of the day at 23:35.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your MAD to VVI flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
BoA offers direct flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Viru Viru International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Santa Cruz — and maybe even more of Bolivia if you have time.
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is BoA.
The most punctual carrier operating MAD to VVI flights is Air Europa. Its services arrive as planned 76.92% of the time.
If you'd like to split up your journey, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Viru Viru International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between MAD and VVI:
Silvio Pettirossi International Airport
El Dorado International Airport
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Viru Viru International Airport (VVI)
Currently, $558 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Viru Viru International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $1,117. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from MAD to VVI, book your journey six months before your planned departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Viru Viru International Airport. If you prefer to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.
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Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Viru Viru International Airport.
Handy information about Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
When it comes to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport's on-time performance, 78.23% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport from central Madrid, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport will take about 35 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to MAD? If you've booked an early flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Viru Viru International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Viru Viru International Airport (VVI)
Reserve a hotel near VVI if you're catching a late Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Viru Viru International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up a Viru Viru International Airport rental car and take your itinerary to places outside the usual attractions. Europcar and Keddy By Europcar can hook you up with a set of wheels for your adventures through Santa Cruz and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Viru Viru International Airport around two weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Viru Viru International Airport (VVI) to central Santa Cruz
Viru Viru International Airport is roughly 18 kilometres from central Santa Cruz. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.
When to fly to Viru Viru International Airport (VVI)
The quietest month for a flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Viru Viru International Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Santa Cruz based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When reserving your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Viru Viru International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. September is the warmest month in Santa Cruz, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 39ºC (102ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from MAD to VVI in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF) on average.
Explore more of Bolivia
Cochabamba is just one of the many places in Bolivia waiting to be explored once you've seen Santa Cruz. Around 499 kilometres away to the west, popular attractions include Cristo de la Concordia, Palacio Portales and Parque Mariscal Santa Cruz.
Around 451 kilometres south-west of Santa Cruz, Sucre is another essential stop in Bolivia. No visit is complete without checking out House of Liberty Museum - Casa de la Libertad, Plaza 25 de Mayo and La Recoleta.