The flight distance from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom to Viru Viru International Airport (VVI) in Santa Cruz, Bolivia is 9,779 kilometers (6,076 miles / 5,280 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying west southwest at a heading of 238°.

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 United Kingdom 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 02:54 in London, it's 22:54 in Santa Cruz. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,022 feet between the two airports. Viru Viru International Airport sits higher than London Gatwick Airport.

The return flight from Santa Cruz (VVI) to London (LGW) follows a heading of 34° (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 London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Viru Viru International Airport (VVI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.