Caracas flights from London take 13-18 hours depending on your routing. There are no direct flights from the UK. The destination is served by Simón Bolívar International Airport (CCS), located 28km from Caracas centre (Maiquetía, near coast).
The main airlines serving this route include Iberia, Copa Airlines, Avianca, Turkish Airlines. Madrid with Iberia or Plus Ultra (around 14 hours) offers one of the quickest journey times.
Return fares range from £550-780 in low season to £1,050-1,500 during peak periods. January-March (dry) / Carnival / Easter sees the highest demand. Book 8-12 weeks ahead for the best deals.
Price Patterns
Prices typically drop Tuesday/Wednesday for bookings
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Peak periods (January-March (dry) / Carnival / Easter): Book 3-4 months ahead
Ideal Booking Window
Low season (May-November (rainy season)): Book 6-8 weeks ahead
High season (January-March (dry) / Carnival / Easter): Book 10-14 weeks ahead
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El Ávila Views
Take the Teleférico up into Parque Nacional El Ávila for sweeping city and mountain views.
Historic Plaza
Wander around Plaza Bolívar, the historic heart of Caracas with colonial architecture.
Art & Culture
Explore the Museo de Arte Contemporáneo for modern and Venezuelan artworks.
Botanical Parks
Relax in Los Caobos or Parque del Este with gardens, lakes, and outdoor paths.
Birthplace Museum
Visit Casa Natal de Simón Bolívar to learn about Venezuela’s national hero.