Flying from Mexico City to Viru Viru International Airport (VVI): What you need to know
Mexico City has two main airports that set the stage for your next getaway. Check out your options for booking a flight from Mexico City to Viru Viru International Airport (VVI) heading out from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) or Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU).
The timezone in Santa Cruz is UTC-4, which is two hours ahead of Mexico City. Viru Viru International Airport is located in Santa Cruz.
Leave enough time to get on your flight from Mexico City to VVI. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
In peak travel periods, allow for longer queues and be there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and possibly even explore another city. When browsing cheap flights from Mexico City to VVI departing from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Located around 8 kilometres from the centre of Mexico City, MEX can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Benito Juarez International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Mexico City to Viru Viru International Airport, these stays will put you conveniently close to check-in:
80.91% of flights leaving Benito Juarez International Airport land at their destination on schedule. Given its solid on-time performance, delays are unlikely when setting off from MEX.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
Break up your flight from Mexico City to Viru Viru International Airport with a stop at Tocumen International Airport (PTY). One of the main stopovers between Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport and VVI, it's a good opportunity to enjoy some downtime before continuing your journey.
Using public transport, you can travel from central Mexico City to NLU in around 1 hour 45 minutes. The terminal is roughly 40 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 55 minutes.
You're off on holiday, so why not book another night away at a hotel close to Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport? Before your Mexico City to VVI flight, lay your head at Verticca Hotel.
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 67.58%.
About Viru Viru International Airport (VVI)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Mexico City to Viru Viru International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near VVI instead:
Travel farther out of Santa Cruz and head to places that aren't on the typical itinerary with your own set of wheels. You can grab a Viru Viru International Airport rental car from popular providers like Europcar or Keddy By Europcar.
For the best deal, book your vehicle around two weeks in advance of your Mexico City to Viru Viru International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City to Viru Viru International Airport (VVI)
Currently, $450 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Mexico City to Viru Viru International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $809. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Mexico City to VVI. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
If you have some flexibility with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in each month when searching for your Mexico City to Viru Viru International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Mexico City to Viru Viru International Airport (VVI)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Mexico City to Viru Viru International Airport (VVI). July is when most people visit Santa Cruz. If you like your getaways a little more chill, go in February.
The warmest month in Santa Cruz is September, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 39ºC. Lock in your Mexico City to VVI flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from Mexico City to Viru Viru International Airport in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC and 33ºC.
Explore more of Bolivia
Montero is just one of the many cities in Bolivia waiting to be explored once you've seen Santa Cruz. Around 40 kilometres away to the north, its top attractions include SAMASA Parque Recreacional De Montero, Plaza Principal de Montero and la cruz Park.
If you're looking to explore another side of Bolivia, head for Warnes, about 16 kilometres north of Santa Cruz. #MiEKoParqueSeguro Ecologico, Plazuela Melchor Pinto and Plaza Principal de Warnes are key reasons to visit.
