Travelling from Houston to Caracas Simon Bolivar International Airport (CCS): What you need to know
Caracas Simon Bolivar International Airport is located in Caracas. The city operates on the UTC-4 timezone and is two hours ahead of Houston.
Your flight from Houston to CCS won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Peak months like July or holiday times such as Thanksgiving and Christmas will mean bigger queues at check-in and security. Be on the safe side and head to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a wise idea.
Airports in Houston
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even tour another city. When searching for cheap flights from Houston to CCS leaving from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
Bogota El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Havana Jose Marti International Airport (HAV)
IAH is around 40 kilometres from central Houston. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Have an early flight from Houston to Caracas Simon Bolivar International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport:
When it comes to Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport's on-time performance, 79% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
IAH's address is 16930 JFK Boulevard.
Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)
HOU is about 19 kilometres from central Houston. It takes 20 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Houston to CCS flight? Unwind in a hotel near Houston Hobby Airport before your adventure officially starts. These stays have your key waiting:
Houston Hobby Airport has an on-time performance of 79%. This figure reflects how frequently flights departing from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.
HOU is located at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
About Caracas Simon Bolivar International Airport (CCS)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Houston to Caracas Simon Bolivar International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near CCS instead:
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride around four weeks before your Houston to Caracas Simon Bolivar International Airport flight.
Getting from Caracas Simon Bolivar International Airport (CCS) to central Caracas
Caracas Simon Bolivar International Airport is around 23 kilometres from the centre of Caracas. It takes around 40 minutes or so to drive to the city.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Caracas Simon Bolivar International Airport (CCS)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Houston to Caracas Simon Bolivar International Airport is 343 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 671 €. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Houston to CCS if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
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The best time to fly from Houston to Caracas Simon Bolivar International Airport (CCS)
December is the quietest month for flights from Houston to Caracas Simon Bolivar International Airport (CCS), while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Caracas based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a Houston to CCS plane ticket departing in September if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Caracas to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Houston to Caracas Simon Bolivar International Airport in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
More about Caracas
Once you've booked your flight from Houston to Caracas Simon Bolivar International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Caracas:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Museo de Bellas Artes, Avila station (Caracas cable car) and Eden El Avila National Park are attractions you won't want to skip in Caracas.
Explore more of Venezuela
Caracas will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of Venezuela waiting to be discovered. About 121 kilometres southwest of Caracas, a trip to Valencia will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Plaza Bolivar, San Diego Botanical Garden and Municipal Serrania el Indio Park.
Barquisimeto is another sought-after destination in Venezuela and is around 257 kilometres west of Caracas. No trip is complete without experiencing Iglesia de la Divina Pastora, Mural Divina Pastora and Parque Zoológico y Botánico Bararida.