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Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Santa Cruz (VVI) Flights

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Rio Galeão – Tom Jobim International AirportViru Viru International Airport
Distance
1,338 miles
Flight time
3h 5m
Time difference
VVI is 1h behind
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Flights from Rio De Janeiro to Santa Cruz

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Rio De Janeiro (GIG) to Santa Cruz (VVI) Non-stop flight routes illustrated on a map.

Flights from Rio De Janeiro (GIG), Rio de Janeiro, to Santa Cruz (VVI), Santa Cruz Department, are shown on the map. Based on recorded flight history, the distance is approximately 1,338 miles.

Departure
Rio Galeão – Tom Jobim International Airport · Rio de Janeiro, Brazil · 22° 48' 36" S 43° 15' 02" W
Flight route
1,338 miles · 3h 5m
Direction
281.85° (WNW)
Geographic midpoint
The geographic midpoint is at latitude -20.51022, longitude -53.35990, approximately 668.16 miles from both airports.
Great-circle distance
1,336.3 miles
Time difference
VVI is 1h behind
Destination
Viru Viru International Airport · Santa Cruz Department, Bolivia · 17° 38' 41" S 63° 08' 07" W
Distance and time are approximate; flight schedules and local times may change.

Route information

Distance
1,338 miles
Average flight time
3h 5m
Time difference
VVI is 1h behind
Route direction
The initial bearing on the course from Rio De Janeiro to Santa Cruz is 281.85°, and the compass direction is WNW.

Airport information

Rio Galeão – Tom Jobim International Airport

Rio De Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
22° 48' 36" S, 43° 15' 02" W
Elevation: 28 ft (9 m)
Time zone: BRT UTC−3
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What's the weather like in Rio De Janeiro and Santa Cruz?

Temperature unit:

GIG · Rio De Janeiro

78°FMainly clearFeels like 81°F
Humidity
66%
Wind
6 mph
Precipitation
0 mm

VVI · Santa Cruz

68°FSlight rain showersFeels like 68°F
Humidity
86%
Wind
10 mph
Precipitation
0.5 mm
Wed, Oct 2871°F | 63°FModerate rain showers
Thu, Oct 2980°F | 64°FModerate drizzle
Fri, Oct 3081°F | 69°FDense drizzle
Sat, Oct 3182°F | 70°FSlight rain showers
Sun, Nov 184°F | 71°FModerate drizzle

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Everything you need to know for your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Santa Cruz

Which departure days are usually cheaper?

If you have flexibility with your travel dates, Tuesday and Wednesday departures are consistently your best bet for finding the lowest airfares. Across global flight routes, flying midweek can easily save you 10% to 20% compared to weekend departures, mainly because you avoid both Monday business trips and Friday weekend getaways. On the flip side, Fridays and Sundays tend to be the most expensive days of the week as leisure travelers head out and return. Another insider tip: opting for early morning flights (before 7:00 AM) or overnight red-eyes often unlocks additional savings while helping you breeze through airport security lines.

How far in advance do fares usually reach their lowest point?

There is no fixed booking window that guarantees the lowest fare for Brazil to Bolivia (BR-BO). Once your plans are clearer, compare prices for your intended dates and nearby alternatives, using the same cabin, baggage and change conditions. Choose a fare that fits your budget and flexibility; waiting can result in either lower prices or fewer suitable options.