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How much do flights to Caracas cost?

Most popular airline

Copa Airlines

Getting from Caracas airport to the city center

Fastest options: authorized taxi or private transfer. Best value: public bus services.

Caracas is served by Simón Bolívar International Airport (CCS), located approximately 21 km north of the city center near the coastal town of Maiquetía. The airport sits on the Caribbean coast, separated from Caracas by the Ávila mountain range, which means all airport transfers to city center destinations must traverse winding mountain roads or tunnels. Journey times can vary significantly depending on traffic conditions, particularly during rush hours. Transport options include authorized airport taxis, private transfers, public buses, and ride-hailing services. Due to the mountainous terrain and security considerations, travelers should plan their transfers carefully.

Transport Option

Typical Time

Typical Cost

Frequency

Best For

30-60 min

USD; fixed rates to different zones

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

safety and convenience

30-60 min

USD; pre-booked service

pre-booked (traffic dependent)

groups and business travelers

45-90 min

USD equivalent; local currency accepted

every 30–60 min (traffic dependent)

budget travelers

30-60 min

USD; app-based pricing varies

on-demand (traffic dependent)

app users with local SIM

30-60 min

USD per day; fuel extra

on-demand (traffic dependent)

flexible itineraries

Notes:

  • Prices shown in USD for stability; local currency (VES) subject to exchange rate fluctuations. Table created in 2025 and subject to change.
  • The route between the airport and Caracas involves mountain roads with tunnels; journey times vary significantly with traffic.
  • For safety, use only authorized airport taxis or pre-arranged transfers, especially for late-night arrivals.
  • Rush hour traffic (7–9 AM and 5–8 PM) can double journey times.
  • We recommend checking official transport websites for your travel planning.

Updated: December 2025

Key info about flying to Caracas

Depart from
Juan Santamaría International
Arrive to
Simón Bolívar International
Average flights per week
206
Flight distance

Check-in for a flight from San José to Caracas

NameCarrier codeIATA CodePassport needed during booking
Copa AirlinesCMPCMYes
AviancaAVAAVNo
Wingo airlinesRPBP5Yes
Avior AirlinesROI9VYes
LATAM AirlinesLANLAYes

Online check-in is not available for these airlines.

Weather in Caracas

Average Weather

MonthAverage monthly max temperatureAverage monthly min temperature
January23°C16°C
February23°C16°C
March24°C16°C
April24°C17°C
May24°C18°C
June23°C17°C
July23°C17°C
August23°C18°C
September24°C18°C
October24°C18°C
November23°C18°C
December23°C17°C
Hottest Month
24°C
September
Coldest month
16°C
February
Sunny days
203
days per year

14 day forecast

Saturday
16 May
98%
27°C18°C
23 May
88%
26°C18°C
Sunday
17 May
80%
29°C18°C
24 May
89%
25°C19°C
Monday
18 May
85%
27°C18°C
25 May
89%
25°C18°C
Tuesday
19 May
87%
27°C17°C
26 May
86%
21°C17°C
Wednesday
20 May
86%
28°C18°C
27 May
82%
23°C16°C
Thursday
21 May
81%
24°C18°C
28 May
79%
24°C18°C
Friday
22 May
89%
25°C19°C
29 May
82%
24°C18°C
The most popular airlines for this route are Copa Airlines, Avianca, Wingo airlines, Avior Airlines, and LATAM Airlines. San José and Caracas have 206 direct flights per week.

Frequently asked questions

What are the most popular routes to and from San José?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as San José and London, Cancún, Panama, Bogotá, Medellín, Los Angeles, Quepos, Mexico City, New York, Toronto, Manchester, Edinburgh, Guatemala City, Madrid, Managua, Atlanta, Washington, D.C., Nosara, Vancouver, Cartagena.
What are the most popular routes to and from Caracas?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Caracas and Bogotá, London, Medellín, Mexico City, Orlando, Madrid, Panama, Fort Lauderdale, Miami, Lima, New York, Santiago de Chile, Toronto, Houston, Montreal, Cúcuta, Willemstad, Santo Domingo, Maracaibo, Buenos Aires.
Which airports are there in San José?
San José is mainly served by Juan Santamaría International. But there are other airports nearby, including Tobías Bolaños International.
What airports are near San José?
The main airport in San José is Juan Santamaría International. It is also served by Daniel Oduber Quirós International, Quepos La Managua, Limón International, Fortuna Arenal, Tortuguero.
What airports are near Caracas?
The main airport in Caracas is Simón Bolívar International. It is also served by Simón Bolívar International, Arturo Michelena International.
Which airlines fly between San José and Caracas?
Currently, you can fly between San José and Caracas with Copa Airlines, Avianca, Wingo airlines, Avior Airlines, LATAM Airlines.
When’s the best time to travel between San José and Caracas?
If you don’t have specific dates for your trip between San José and Caracas, you can enter a date range into the departure and return fields. Most carriers on the Kiwi.com website allow you to search and book up to six months from the day of your search. Order the search results by the best, cheapest, or fastest route, or find the cheapest outbound and return combination in the pricing table.
What flights operate between San José and Caracas?
Traveling between San José and Caracas, you can choose between direct (nonstop) flights or flights with one or more stops. You can select the number of stops on your journey, including an overnight stopover, and the duration of the stopover. What’s more, you can also select where you want to have your stopover. Want to say "Hi" to a friend in another city en route to your destination? Or fancy a quick round of shopping? Go Multi-City or Nomad and add places to your search that you wish to visit.
How many airports are there near San José?
There are a number of airports in and around San José. The main one is Juan Santamaría International and other nearby airports include Daniel Oduber Quirós International, Quepos La Managua, Limón International, Fortuna Arenal, Tortuguero
How many airports are there near Caracas?
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