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VVIIATA code
BoliviaCountry section
south americaRegion

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Location

The airport is 19 km (12 miles) north of Santa Cruz de La Sierra.

Address

  • Viru Viru Airport, Santa Cruz de La Sierra, Bolivia, Bolivia

Airport Codes

  • IATA: VVI
  • ICAO: SLVR
Airport Reviews

Viru Viru Airport Reviews & Rating

Read 15 traveler stories for Viru Viru Airport, including complaints about security lines, baggage claim, parking, terminal signs, lost and found, lounges, pickup areas, and airport staff.

2.6out of 5

Rating updated from airport traveler stories below, with stronger weight on security flow, baggage claim, terminal facilities, parking, staff communication, and complaint follow-up.

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Review: Staff helped during a gate changeRobert from Phoenix, AZ | Airport Staff Gate Change | Reviewed April 24, 2026
★★★★☆ 4.4

A gate change in Terminal A could have been messy, but one staff member stood near the old gate and redirected passengers. It was simple, practical help, and it kept a lot of people from walking in circles around Viru Viru Airport.

Complaint: Arrival pickup area was confusingMala from Seattle, WA | Arrivals Pickup Traffic | Reviewed July 7, 2026
★★☆☆☆ 1.7

The arrivals pickup area was confusing. Rideshare, hotel shuttles, and private cars seemed to overlap, and drivers kept circling because the signs were not specific enough. Viru Viru Airport needs clearer pickup instructions for first-time visitors.

Complaint: Rental car shuttle was hard to findCarlos from Chicago, IL | Ground Transportation | Reviewed January 12, 2026
★★☆☆☆ 1.5

Finding the rental car shuttle took too much guessing. The signs pointed generally outside, but not to the exact pickup lane, and airport staff gave different directions. After a long flight, ground transportation should be easier than this.

Complaint: Lost and found gave mixed answersMark from Denver, CO | Lost and Found | Reviewed April 24, 2026
★☆☆☆☆ 1.4

I left a small bag near the departure gate and contacted lost and found the same day. One person said it had not been turned in, another said to wait 48 hours, and the online form never produced a useful update. The process at Viru Viru Airport felt disconnected.

Complaint: Food prices felt unreasonableMary from Canton, CT | Food Price | Reviewed August 20, 2026
★★☆☆☆ 2.1

I expected airport prices, but the food options in International Terminal still felt excessive. A basic sandwich and drink cost much more than expected, and there were not many cheaper choices nearby. For families waiting through delays, that adds up fast.

Review: Clean terminal and easy check-inMichelle from Toronto, ON | Check-in Terminal | Reviewed January 12, 2026
★★★★★ 4.8

The check-in counters in Main Terminal were easy to find, and the terminal felt clean during my visit. It was not a luxury experience, but Viru Viru Airport did the basics well: signs, counters, seating, and a clear path to security.

Complaint: Parking payment machine failed twiceAlba from Orlando, FL | Parking Payment | Reviewed May 16, 2026
★☆☆☆☆ 1.4

The parking garage payment machine rejected two cards and then printed a blank receipt. There was a help button, but it took a while before anyone answered. Leaving Viru Viru Airport on May 16, 2026 took longer than the actual drive home.

Review: Baggage claim was fast and organizedRenee from Jersey City, NJ | Baggage Claim | Reviewed August 20, 2026
★★★★☆ 4.3

After a long flight, I mostly wanted the bags to come out quickly. At Viru Viru Airport, the carousel started within a reasonable time, the belt number was easy to find, and staff kept the walkway clear for passengers collecting luggage.

Complaint: Departure boards lagged behind announcementsNina from Brooklyn, NY | Departures Flight Status | Reviewed February 18, 2026
★★☆☆☆ 1.8

The departure board near the check-in hall showed one gate while the announcement mentioned another. People started moving, then stopped, then moved again. At Viru Viru Airport, the screens and announcements need to match faster during gate changes.

Review: Clear signage made the connection easierVictor from San Diego, CA | Terminal Signs Connections | Reviewed May 16, 2026
★★★★★ 4.6

I had a short connection and expected to get lost, but the signs inside Terminal 1 were easy to follow. The walking route, gate numbers, and transfer signs at Viru Viru Airport were clear enough that I did not need to stop and ask for directions.

Complaint: Wheelchair assistance was not readyGeorge from Austin, TX | Special Assistance | Reviewed September 14, 2026
★★☆☆☆ 1.5

Wheelchair assistance was requested in advance, but nobody was waiting when we arrived. We asked at two counters and still waited while boarding time got closer. Special assistance at Viru Viru Airport should not feel like a last-minute favor.

Complaint: Lounge access rules were unclearChris from Phoenix, AZ | Lounges Customer Service | Reviewed February 18, 2026
★★☆☆☆ 1.5

The lounge desk in Main Terminal gave different answers about access rules than the airline app showed. After waiting in line, we were told a pass type was not accepted there. The rules should be clearer before passengers walk across the terminal.

Complaint: Baggage claim took too longStephen from Seattle, WA | Baggage Claim Customer Service | Reviewed June 28, 2026
★☆☆☆☆ 1.4

Our bags did not appear for more than an hour, and the screen at baggage claim kept showing the same carousel number. The frustrating part was that no airport employee seemed to know if the belt was delayed or if the bags had been moved. For a late arrival on June 28, 2026, that wait felt endless.

Complaint: Restroom condition was poorPatricia from Chicago, IL | Terminal Cleanliness | Reviewed September 14, 2026
★★☆☆☆ 1.8

The restroom closest to our gate in Terminal 3 needed attention badly. Paper was on the floor, two stalls were out of service, and the sink area looked like it had not been checked in hours. It gave a poor impression of Viru Viru Airport.

Review: Immigration queue was managed wellTanya from Denver, CO | Immigration Arrivals | Reviewed March 9, 2026
★★★★☆ 4.2

The immigration line looked long at first, but staff opened extra desks and kept families together. On March 9, 2026, the queue at Viru Viru Airport moved better than I expected for an international arrival.

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