Travelling from Chicago to Viru Viru International Airport (VVI): What you need to know
Get your holiday planning underway by working out where you'll take off for your flight from Chicago to Viru Viru International Airport (VVI). O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) are Chicago's main airports.
The timezone in Santa Cruz is UTC-4, which is one hour ahead of Chicago. Viru Viru International Airport is located in Santa Cruz.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Chicago 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.
Planning to travel during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
We make it a piece of cake to find cheap flights from Chicago to VVI with a stopover. To explore the options leaving from O'Hare International Airport (ORD), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers between ORD and VVI include:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
ORD is about 40 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 55 minutes.
In search of a comfortable hotel close to O'Hare International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Chicago to Viru Viru International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
74.85% of flights that depart O'Hare International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
ORD's address is 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Break up your flight from Chicago to Viru Viru International Airport with a stop at Miami International Airport (MIA). One of the main stopovers between Chicago Midway International Airport and VVI, it's a great opportunity to recharge before the next leg of your journey.
MDW is about 19 kilometres from central Chicago. It'll take you 20 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 45 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Chicago to VVI flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Chicago Midway International Airport:
77.88% of flights leaving Chicago Midway International Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
The street address for MDW is 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
From the centre of Chicago, RFD is around 137 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour 25 minutes to get there by car and 4 hours 15 minutes or so if you take public transport.
Relax in bed for a little longer and still make your Chicago to Viru Viru International Airport flight with plenty of time to spare. These accommodation options near Chicago Rockford International Airport make departure day a breeze if you're flying out early:
Flights that leave from RFD arrive at their final stop as scheduled 76.19% of the time.
Chicago Rockford International Airport is located at 2 Airport Cir.
About Viru Viru International Airport (VVI)
If you have a late flight from Chicago to Viru Viru International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near VVI:
Pick up the keys to a Viru Viru International Airport rental car from top outlets like Europcar or Keddy By Europcar. With your own set of wheels, you can go beyond Santa Cruz and explore places that don't always get the spotlight.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride around two weeks before your Chicago to Viru Viru International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Viru Viru International Airport (VVI)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Viru Viru International Airport is R 4,469. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 9,718. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Chicago to VVI. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest Chicago to Viru Viru International Airport tickets throughout the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know when a new deal shows up on plane tickets from Chicago to VVI.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Viru Viru International Airport (VVI)
February is the quietest month for flights from Chicago to Viru Viru International Airport (VVI), while July is the most popular. Figure out the ideal time to visit Santa Cruz based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before locking in your Chicago to VVI plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. September is the warmest month in Santa Cruz, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 39ºC (102ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Chicago to Viru Viru International Airport in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
Explore more of Bolivia
You've visited Santa Cruz, now it's time to discover other corners of Bolivia. Journey around 40 kilometres north to Montero to check off its must-visit sights. From SAMASA Parque Recreacional De Montero to Plaza Principal de Montero and la cruz Park, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If there's time to check out another major destination in Bolivia, consider Warnes, roughly 16 kilometres north of Santa Cruz. #MiEKoParqueSeguro Ecologico, Plazuela Melchor Pinto and Plaza Principal de Warnes are the start of reasons to visit.
