Cochabamba to Tarija flights
Tarija lies 486 km (302 mi) south of Cochabamba, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 22 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Cochabamba | Tarija | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Bolivia | Bolivia |
| Population | 841,276 | 159,269 |
| Elevation | 2,537 m (8,323 ft) | 1,870 m (6,135 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-4 (America/La_Paz) | UTC-4 (America/La_Paz) |
| Nearest large airport | CBB, 5 km out | TJA, 4 km out |
Airports at each end
Leaving Cochabamba
Cochabamba is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Jorge Wilsterman International Airport (CBB), 5 km (3 mi) from the centre, whose 12,460-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
Arriving in Tarija
Tarija is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Capitan Oriel Lea Plaza Airport (TJA), 4 km (2 mi) from the centre, whose 10,007-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capitan Oriel Lea Plaza Airport (regional) | TJA | 4 km (2 mi) | 10,007 ft | 6,079 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Tarija from Cochabamba?
486 km (302 mi) in a straight line, south of Cochabamba.
How long does it take to get from Cochabamba to Tarija by air?
About 1 h 22 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Cochabamba and Tarija?
No, both are on America/La_Paz at the moment.
Which airports are used for Cochabamba to Tarija flights?
Typically Jorge Wilsterman International Airport (CBB) to Capitan Oriel Lea Plaza Airport (TJA).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.