Can you fly directly from La Paz to Uyuni?

Yes, you can fly straight from La Paz (El Alto International Airport) to Uyuni (Joya Andina Airport). Usually, the trip is run by the state airline BoA (Boliviana de Aviación), and it typically takes about 45 to 60 minutes.

Taking the flight is the quickest plus the more comfortable route to get to the salt flats, so travellers avoid that rough 9- to 10-hour overnight bus ride. The timetable can shift depending on the season, and weather over the Altiplano may cause delays. Because of that, it is best to book your seats well ahead of time, especially in the busy window from June through August.