Flying from Simon Bolivar International Airport (CCS) to La Chinita Airport (MAR): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Simon Bolivar International Airport to La Chinita Airport is 1 hour.
Maracaibo's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Caracas.
Choose from 183 weekly Simon Bolivar International Airport to La Chinita Airport flights. The 07:30 departure with LASER Airlines is the earliest flight you can take. Venezolana operates the latest service of the day at 20:30.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Get to the airport on time to catch your CCS to MAR flight.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
There's a good range of direct flights from Simon Bolivar International Airport to La Chinita Airport to choose from. When organising your Maracaibo trip, these carriers can fly you nonstop to this unmissable corner of Venezuela:
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Rutaca.
Opt for a stopover if you'd love to break up your flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see all your options for tickets from Simon Bolivar International Airport to La Chinita Airport. Tocumen International Airport is a popular stopover on the CCS to MAR route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Simon Bolivar International Airport (CCS) to La Chinita Airport (MAR)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Simon Bolivar International Airport to La Chinita Airport flight is 59 €. A return fare right now is 119 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Get cheap tickets from CCS to MAR by booking five months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Simon Bolivar International Airport to La Chinita Airport. If you're looking to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
Save time looking for cheap flights from CCS to MAR by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Lock in the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Simon Bolivar International Airport to La Chinita Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Simon Bolivar International Airport (CCS)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Simon Bolivar International Airport, 59.05% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Simon Bolivar International Airport is around 27 kilometres from central Caracas. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near CCS. Whether you're catching an early flight from Simon Bolivar International Airport to La Chinita Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at La Chinita Airport (MAR)
If you're getting in on a late Simon Bolivar International Airport to La Chinita Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near MAR:
Getting from La Chinita Airport (MAR) to central Maracaibo
La Chinita Airport to the centre of Maracaibo has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
When to fly to La Chinita Airport (MAR)
July is the busiest month for flights from Simon Bolivar International Airport to La Chinita Airport. For a quieter experience, head to Maracaibo in February.
The warmest month in Maracaibo is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your flights from Simon Bolivar International Airport to La Chinita Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from CCS to MAR in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF) on average.
Explore more of Venezuela
Maracaibo has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Venezuela just waiting to be explored. Around 434 kilometres east of Maracaibo, a visit to Maracay will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like El Ejército Las Ballenas Park, Plaza Sucre del Estado Aragua and Otro Beta - La Pared.
Around 402 kilometres east of Maracaibo, Valencia is another favourite stop in Venezuela. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Museo de Arte Valencia, Plaza Bolivar and Basílica Catedral de Valencia.