Flying from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Simon Bolivar International Airport (CCS): what you need to know
Caracas's timezone is UTC-4, making Caracas five hours behind Barcelona.
To ensure you get on your BCN to CCS flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport. These are the top stopovers between BCN and CCS:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
El Dorado International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Simon Bolivar International Airport (CCS)
R 5,837 is the best price for a one-way Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 11,912. These prices may change depending on demand.
To score cheap tickets from BCN to CCS, book ahead. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when searching for your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport.
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Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport.
Handy information about Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Of all flights leaving Barcelona-El Prat Airport, 79.12% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Barcelona to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is approximately 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
You can expect a trip time of about 35 minutes on public transport.
Booked an early flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to BCN:
Arriving at Simon Bolivar International Airport (CCS)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near CCS instead:
Pick up a Simon Bolivar International Airport rental car and discover Caracas and beyond with your own set of wheels. Street Rent a Car, Aco Rent a Car and Hertz are popular providers to choose from here.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Simon Bolivar International Airport about four weeks before you set off.
Getting from Simon Bolivar International Airport (CCS) to central Caracas
Simon Bolivar International Airport is approximately 27 kilometres from central Caracas. The drive time takes around 30 minutes.
When to fly to Simon Bolivar International Airport (CCS)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Caracas. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in February.
Before locking in your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Caracas, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from BCN to CCS in February if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) on average.
Explore more of Venezuela
You've visited Caracas, now it's time to explore other parts of Venezuela. Travel around 80 kilometres west to Maracay to check off its popular sights. From El Ejército Las Ballenas Park to Plaza Sucre del Estado Aragua and Otro Beta - La Pared, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 129 kilometres west of Caracas, Valencia is another favourite stop in Venezuela. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Museo de Arte Valencia, Plaza Bolivar and Basílica Catedral de Valencia.
