Traveling from La Paz Airport (LPB) to Uyuni Airport (UYU): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from La Paz Airport to Uyuni Airport is 1 hour.
Flights from LPB to UYU start at 07:40 — the earliest with BoA. The last departure is at 08:35 with BoA. Overall, you can take your pick of 14 weekly La Paz Airport to Uyuni Airport flights.
Give yourself enough time to catch your LPB to UYU flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Traveling to Uyuni (and then seeing more of Bolivia!) is a breeze with Boliviana de Aviacion. This popular carrier offers direct flights from La Paz Airport to Uyuni Airport.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Boliviana de Aviacion.
How to find the cheapest flights from La Paz Airport (LPB) to Uyuni Airport (UYU)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way La Paz Airport to Uyuni Airport flight is $90. A round-trip ticket right now is $193. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap tickets from LPB to UYU, reserve your trip six months ahead of your planned departure.
The cheapest month for flights from La Paz Airport to Uyuni Airport is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Handy information about La Paz Airport (LPB)
60% of flights that take off from La Paz Airport reach their destination on time.
To reach La Paz Airport from central La Paz, it'll take around 30 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 14 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
Expect a journey time of about 45 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel near LPB? If you've booked an early flight from La Paz Airport to Uyuni Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Uyuni Airport (UYU)
If you're coming in on a late La Paz Airport to Uyuni Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near UYU:
When to fly to Uyuni Airport (UYU)
The quietest month for a flight from La Paz Airport to Uyuni Airport is March, while April is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Uyuni based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from La Paz Airport to Uyuni Airport for November if you want to explore Uyuni during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).
July has average temperatures of between -3ºC (27ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF). Look for cheap tickets from LPB to UYU sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Bolivia
Uyuni has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Bolivia waiting to be discovered. Around 354 kilometers north of Uyuni, a visit to Cochabamba will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Ecoturistico Pairumani Park, Iglesia de la Compañía de Jesús and Iglesia de la Recoleta.
La Paz is another great place to check out during your time in Bolivia. Make your way to this destination, located about 499 kilometers north of Uyuni, to visit highlights like Huayna Potosi.