The flight distance from Brussels Airport (BRU) in Brussels, Belgium to Viru Viru International Airport (VVI) in Santa Cruz, Bolivia is 10,048 kilometers (6,243 miles / 5,425 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying west southwest at a heading of 242°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting Belgium with Bolivia. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 03:13 in Brussels, it's 22:13 in Santa Cruz. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,040 feet between the two airports. Viru Viru International Airport sits higher than Brussels Airport.

The return flight from Santa Cruz (VVI) to Brussels (BRU) follows a heading of 36° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Brussels Airport (BRU) and Viru Viru International Airport (VVI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.