Flying from Rio de Janeiro to Caracas Simon Bolivar International Airport (CCS): What you need to know
Caracas Simon Bolivar International Airport is located in Caracas. The city follows the UTC-4 timezone and is one hour behind Rio de Janeiro.
To ensure you catch your flight from Rio de Janeiro to CCS, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like January. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and up to four hours for international journeys. After checking in, you can use any extra time to grab something to eat or simply relax.
Airports in Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and possibly even visit a new city. When searching for cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro to CCS leaving from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Your journey might pause in:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Bogota El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
GIG is around 19 kilometres from central Rio de Janeiro. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour.
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80% of flights departing from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport touch down at their destination on time. With its strong performance rating, disruptions are unlikely when setting off from GIG.
Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
SDU is around 5 kilometres from central Rio de Janeiro. It takes 10 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 20 minutes.
Got an early start? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport the day before your Rio de Janeiro to CCS flight:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 79%.
About Caracas Simon Bolivar International Airport (CCS)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Rio de Janeiro to Caracas Simon Bolivar International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near CCS instead:
Booking your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Rio de Janeiro to Caracas Simon Bolivar International Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
Getting from Caracas Simon Bolivar International Airport (CCS) to central Caracas
Central Caracas is around 23 kilometres from Caracas Simon Bolivar International Airport and takes about 40 minutes to reach by car. Look into how to get from the airport to the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio de Janeiro to Caracas Simon Bolivar International Airport (CCS)
At the moment, 281 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Caracas Simon Bolivar International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 591 €. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Rio de Janeiro to CCS. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when searching for your Rio de Janeiro to Caracas Simon Bolivar International Airport ticket.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a better deal is available on plane tickets from Rio de Janeiro to CCS.
Find an affordable flight from Rio de Janeiro to Caracas Simon Bolivar International Airport by using the search filters. Select your ideal duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Caracas Simon Bolivar International Airport (CCS)
July is the busiest month for flights from Rio de Janeiro to Caracas Simon Bolivar International Airport (CCS). Plan your visit to Caracas in December if you'd rather avoid peak season.
When booking your Rio de Janeiro to CCS plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. September is the warmest month in Caracas, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Caracas Simon Bolivar International Airport in February when temperatures are between 16ºC (61ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
More about Caracas
Start your Caracas trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Rio de Janeiro to Caracas Simon Bolivar International Airport, browse our range of hotels including:
You'll find plenty of things to do in Caracas when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Kick off your exploring at Museo de Bellas Artes followed by Avila station (Caracas cable car) and Eden El Avila National Park.
Explore more of Venezuela
You've done Caracas, now it's time to discover other corners of Venezuela. Travel about 121 kilometres southwest to Valencia to check off its top attractions. From Plaza Bolivar to San Diego Botanical Garden and Municipal Serrania el Indio Park, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in Venezuela, consider Barquisimeto, about 257 kilometres west of Caracas. Iglesia de la Divina Pastora, Mural Divina Pastora and Parque Zoológico y Botánico Bararida are highlights.