Venezuela's primary international gateway on the Caribbean coast.
Opened
1945
Location
Maiquetía, Venezuela
Maiquetía Simón Bolívar International Airport is the main international airport serving Caracas and the surrounding region of Venezuela. Located in the coastal city of Maiquetía in La Guaira state, it sits approximately 25 kilometers north of the capital city along the Caribbean shoreline.
The airport has historically been the busiest in Venezuela, handling the majority of the country's international passenger traffic. It serves as the hub for Conviasa, Venezuela's state-owned carrier, as well as other domestic airlines. Despite its strategic importance, operations have been significantly affected by Venezuela's ongoing economic crisis, leading to reduced international service in recent years.
The airport is named after Simón Bolívar, the South American liberator, reflecting national pride in Venezuela's historical heritage. It features two main terminal buildings handling domestic and international flights respectively.
Terminals
The airport operates two main terminal buildings: one dedicated to international flights and one for domestic operations.
Getting to & from
Ground transport between the airport and central Caracas includes taxis, private transfers, and por puesto shared vehicles along the coastal highway, with the journey taking approximately 45 minutes to over an hour depending on traffic.
Airlines here
Conviasa serves as the primary hub carrier, with various international airlines including American Airlines, Iberia, and others operating reduced schedules.
Notable facts
- ›Named after South American independence hero Simón Bolívar.
- ›Located on a narrow coastal strip between the Caribbean Sea and steep Ávila mountain range.
- ›Historically the busiest airport in Venezuela by passenger volume.
- ›Economic and political crises in Venezuela have led to a sharp decline in international airline routes since the mid-2010s.
- ›The airport's IATA code CCS corresponds to Caracas, the nearby capital city it primarily serves.
This profile is provided for general information only. Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.
