Simon Bolivar International Airport (CCS)

Overview

One of Venezuela's primary transport hubs, Simón Bolívar International Airport (CCS), or simply Caracas Maiquetia International Airport, is located in Maiquetia, 13 miles (21 kilometres) from downtown Caracas.

Known locally as simply Maiquetia, the airport has undergone near-continuous upgrading in the last decade, leaving it a bit of a maze that's notoriously difficult to navigate. Travellers should make sure to leave enough time to get around when scheduling flights through Caracas Maiquetia International Airport. Getting to and from the airport is also fairly tricky, and passengers should take care to only use licensed taxis booked from the airport desk.

Location

The airport is situated 12 miles (19km) north of Caracas.

Getting to the city

A public bus services the city centre and taxis are available outside the baggage reclaim area. Tickets for taxis must be purchased at the desks available in both arrival halls.

Time

Local time is GMT -4.

Car rental

Car rental companies include Hertz, Avis and Budget.

Airport Taxis

Metered taxis are available. Visitors should only make use of those taxi companies that have been approved by the airport.

Transfer between terminals

The terminals are connected, however passengers will need to exit and re-enter through security on connections between international and domestic flights.

Facilities

Terminal facilities include information points, medical services, a post office, currency exchange facilities, public phones, a business centre, interfaith chapels, family bathrooms, VIP suites, meeting areas, duty-free shopping, restaurants and more.

Parking

Short-term and long-term parking is available near both the international and domestic terminal. No over-night stays will be permitted in the short-term parking lot.

Website

www.aeropuerto-maiquetia.com.ve

Internet

The airport offers free wifi.

Business Lounges

There are a number of lounges and VIP rooms available for use at the airport.

Caracas Airport Taxis: the taxi fares above are intended as a guideline only.