How to get from Lima to Santa Cruz de la Sierra
There are 2 ways to get from Lima to Santa Cruz de la Sierra: flight and car. The fastest is by flight (~2 h 35 min). It's about 1.627 km in a straight line.
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| Mode | Approx. time | Distance | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
Flight⚡ Fastest | 2 h 35 min | 1.627 km | Airlines: AeroMéxico, Avianca - Aerovias Nacionales de Colombia, LAN Airlines |
Car | 24 h 55 minestimated | 2.115 km | Estimated from road distance |
Great-circle distances. Flight times and car/bus estimates are approximate; car/bus are derived from road distance.
Each option in detail
✈️ By air
El vuelo entre Lima y Santa Cruz de la Sierra dura aproximadamente 2 h 35 min (1.627 km en línea recta).
Airlines that operate or have operated the route (open data from OpenFlights):
🚌 By land (bus and car)
En auto son unos 2.115 km por ruta, cerca de 24 h 55 min de manejo. Son estimaciones a partir de la distancia; los horarios reales de bus llegan con la capa terrestre.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to get from Lima to Santa Cruz de la Sierra?
It depends on the mode: by flight ~2 h 35 min and by car ~24 h 55 min.
Are there flights from Lima to Santa Cruz de la Sierra?
Yes. According to OpenFlights open data, the Lima–Santa Cruz de la Sierra route is operated by AeroMéxico, Avianca - Aerovias Nacionales de Colombia and LAN Airlines (may vary). The flight takes about 2 h 35 min and covers about 1.627 km.
How long does it take to drive from Lima to Santa Cruz de la Sierra?
It's about 2.115 km by road, roughly 24 h 55 min of driving without stops.
What is the distance between Lima and Santa Cruz de la Sierra?
In a straight line it's about 1.627 km between Lima and Santa Cruz de la Sierra.
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