Boliviana de Aviación

Q: What are Boliviana de Aviación's airline codes?

BoA's IATA code is OB , its ICAO code is BOV , and its callsign is BOLIVIANA .

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Boliviana de Aviación (BoA) is the flag carrier of Bolivia, based in Cochabamba. This guide covers its hubs, network, fleet, cabins, baggage, check-in, the Elévate program and airport transportation.

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Aircraft: 18
Destinations: VVI
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About Boliviana de Aviación

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Official name: Empresa Pública Nacional Estratégica Boliviana de Aviación
Callsign: BOLIVIANA
Country: Bolivia
Founded: 2007 (first scheduled flights in 2009)
Head office: Cochabamba, Bolivia
Alliance: None (IATA member)
Frequent-flyer program: Elévate
Official website: boa.bo

Boliviana de Aviación, known as BoA, is the flag carrier of Bolivia. It was created in October 2007, flew its first scheduled flights in March 2009 and is headquartered in Cochabamba. BoA is a member of IATA and does not belong to an airline alliance.

Its hub is Jorge Wilstermann International Airport in Cochabamba, with major operations at El Alto International Airport in La Paz and Viru Viru International Airport in Santa Cruz de la Sierra. Viru Viru is the base for its international and long-haul flights. The network links Bolivian cities such as La Paz, Santa Cruz, Cochabamba, Sucre, Tarija and Uyuni with Buenos Aires, São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, Asunción, Lima, Santiago, Iquique, Miami and Madrid.

The fleet of about 17 aircraft combines Airbus A330-200s for long-haul flights, Boeing 737s for domestic and regional routes, and Bombardier CRJ200 regional jets.

Network

Where Boliviana de Aviación flies

Routes and frequencies change with the season. Check the current schedule on boa.bo before you book.

Bolivia

Domestic flights link La Paz, Santa Cruz de la Sierra, Cochabamba, Sucre, Tarija, Uyuni and other cities.

South America

Flights to Buenos Aires (Ezeiza), São Paulo (Guarulhos), Rio de Janeiro (Galeão), Asunción, Lima, Santiago and Iquique, mostly from Santa Cruz de la Sierra.

United States and Europe

Airbus A330 flights from Santa Cruz de la Sierra to Miami and Madrid.

Aircraft

Boliviana de Aviación fleet

BoA flies a mixed fleet of about 17 Airbus, Boeing and Bombardier aircraft. The aircraft shown at booking is not guaranteed until departure.

Airbus A330-200

Wide-body aircraft for long-haul flights to Miami and Madrid.

Boeing 737

The 737-300, 737-700 and 737-800 fly domestic routes and regional flights within South America.

Bombardier CRJ200

Regional jets on shorter domestic routes.

On board

Boliviana de Aviación cabin classes

Cabins depend on the aircraft and route. Check the seat map and fare conditions before you buy.

Business class (A330)

The Airbus A330-200 has a business-class cabin with lie-flat seats on long-haul flights.

Economy

The standard cabin on all flights. On the A330, economy seats have seatback screens and USB ports.

Before you fly

Practical information

Baggage Cabin bags, checked bags, missing luggage

BoA baggage allowances depend on the fare, route and cabin. Domestic and international flights have different allowances.

Carry-on

Passengers can normally bring one carry-on bag plus one personal item. Size and weight limits depend on fare and are shown during booking.

Checked baggage

The checked-bag allowance depends on fare and route. Routes to the United States and Europe have their own allowances.

Special items

Sports equipment, pets, oversized items and medical equipment follow separate rules. Check the official BoA website before you fly.

Check-in and boarding Steps before departure

Check-in opening times and airport deadlines are shown in your booking and on boa.bo. Allow more time for international flights.

1 Confirm
Confirm the departure airport, especially in Santa Cruz de la Sierra and La Paz.
2 Documents
Review passport, visa and entry requirements for your destination.
3 Check in
Check in through boa.bo or at the airport counter within the times shown for your flight.
4 Boarding pass
Keep your boarding pass on your phone or print it.
5 Arrive early
Allow time for bag drop, security and, on international flights, immigration.

Lounges

Lounge access on BoA depends on cabin, fare and the departure airport. Check with BoA for the lounge available at your airport before you travel.

Loyalty program

Elévate is BoA's frequent-flyer program. Members earn miles on BoA flights and redeem them for travel. Program rules change, so check your account for the conditions that apply to your trip.

Flight status and customer service Official sources

For current operational information, use BoA's official services:

BoA website

boa.bo for booking, trip management and flight information

Airport information

Departure screens and airline counters at the airport for gate and timing updates

Where you land

Boliviana de Aviación airports

BoA's international and long-haul flights leave from Santa Cruz de la Sierra. Many domestic itineraries connect through Cochabamba or La Paz, so check the airport on your ticket before you book a transfer.

Viru Viru International Airport Hub

VVI · Santa Cruz de la Sierra

The base for BoA's international routes, including the Airbus A330 flights to Miami and Madrid and regional flights to Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay, Peru and Chile. The airport has a single passenger terminal.

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Silvio Pettirossi International Airport

ASU · Asunción

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Ministro Pistarini International Airport

EZE · Buenos Aires

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Rio de Janeiro/Galeão – Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport

GIG · Rio de Janeiro

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São Paulo/Guarulhos–Governor André Franco Montoro International Airport

GRU · São Paulo

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Jorge Chávez International Airport

LIM · Lima

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Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport

MAD · Madrid

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Miami International Airport

MIA · Miami

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Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport

SCL · Santiago

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Other bases

Jorge Wilstermann International Airport in Cochabamba is BoA's home base and head-office city. El Alto International Airport in La Paz is a major domestic base.

Ground transport

Airport transportation for Boliviana de Aviación passengers

Public transport, authorized taxis, shared shuttles or a pre-booked private transfer. Arriving long-haul or with a lot of luggage is the case for booking ahead: fixed price, and a driver in arrivals with your name on a sign.

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Questions

Boliviana de Aviación FAQs

What are Boliviana de Aviación's airline codes?

BoA's IATA code is OB, its ICAO code is BOV, and its callsign is BOLIVIANA.

What is Boliviana de Aviación's main hub?

BoA is based at Jorge Wilstermann International Airport in Cochabamba, its head-office city. Its international and long-haul flights operate from Viru Viru International Airport (VVI) in Santa Cruz de la Sierra.

Is Boliviana de Aviación part of an airline alliance?

No. BoA is a member of IATA but does not belong to Star Alliance, oneworld or SkyTeam.

What is Boliviana de Aviación's frequent-flyer program?

Elévate.

Which terminal does BoA use in Santa Cruz de la Sierra?

Viru Viru International Airport has a single passenger terminal used for BoA's domestic and international flights. Confirm details on your boarding pass before travel.

Does Boliviana de Aviación fly to Miami?

Yes. BoA flies between Santa Cruz de la Sierra (Viru Viru) and Miami International Airport with Airbus A330-200 aircraft.

Does Boliviana de Aviación fly to Madrid?

Yes. BoA flies between Santa Cruz de la Sierra and Madrid-Barajas with Airbus A330-200 aircraft.

Does Boliviana de Aviación fly to Buenos Aires and São Paulo?

Yes. BoA flies to Buenos Aires Ezeiza and São Paulo Guarulhos, with flights from Santa Cruz de la Sierra and Cochabamba.

Does Boliviana de Aviación fly to Lima?

Yes. BoA flies between Lima and Santa Cruz de la Sierra.

Which Bolivian airport do BoA's flights to Miami and Madrid use?

Viru Viru International Airport (VVI) in Santa Cruz de la Sierra. Travelers from La Paz, Cochabamba and other Bolivian cities usually connect there on a domestic BoA flight.

Is Airport Transportation affiliated with Boliviana de Aviación?

No. Airport Transportation is an independent transportation-booking platform and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Boliviana de Aviación.

Information reviewed in October 2026. Airline schedules, fleet figures, baggage rules and passenger services are subject to change.

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