Travelling from Los Angeles to Caracas Simon Bolivar International Airport (CCS): What you need to know
The timezone in Caracas is UTC-4, which is four hours ahead of Los Angeles. Caracas Simon Bolivar International Airport is located in Caracas.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from Los Angeles to CCS.
Getting away during a peak time like December? High seasons (like spring break and Thanksgiving) can add another hour at check-in and security. Be extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even tour another city. When browsing cheap flights from Los Angeles to CCS departing from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
LAX is about 29 kilometres from central Los Angeles. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour.
Want a relaxed start to your holiday? Stay near Los Angeles International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Los Angeles to Caracas Simon Bolivar International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Los Angeles International Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 81% of flights that take off from LAX arrive at their destination without delay.
LAX is located at One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
You can reach VNY from the centre of Los Angeles in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to cover the 29 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Los Angeles to CCS flight? Kick back in a hotel near Van Nuys Airport before your holiday officially begins. These stays have a room with your name on it:
About Caracas Simon Bolivar International Airport (CCS)
Consider staying in a hotel close to CCS if you have a late flight from Los Angeles to Caracas Simon Bolivar International Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
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Getting from Caracas Simon Bolivar International Airport (CCS) to central Caracas
Central Caracas is around 23 kilometres from Caracas Simon Bolivar International Airport and takes about 40 minutes to reach by car. Explore your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport takes about 1 hour 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Caracas Simon Bolivar International Airport (CCS)
R 5,004 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Caracas Simon Bolivar International Airport. A return flight starts at R 11,472. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap flights from Los Angeles to CCS, book ahead. Airlines usually offer lower fares when tickets first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Caracas Simon Bolivar International Airport (CCS)
December is when most people book flights from Los Angeles to Caracas Simon Bolivar International Airport (CCS). Plan your visit to Caracas in September for a more laid-back experience.
Lock in a Los Angeles to CCS plane ticket departing in April if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Caracas to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
February sees temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Los Angeles to Caracas Simon Bolivar International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Caracas
After booking your flight from Los Angeles to Caracas Simon Bolivar International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Caracas:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be hard to work out where to start. Museo de Bellas Artes, Avila station (Caracas cable car) and Eden El Avila National Park are top sights which should feature on any well-planned Caracas itinerary.
Explore more of Venezuela
You've visited Caracas, now it's time to discover other parts of Venezuela. Travel around 121 kilometres southwest to Valencia to tick off its must-visit sights. From Plaza Bolivar to Mezquita de Guataparo and Plaza Sucre, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 257 kilometres west of Caracas, Barquisimeto is another favourite stop in Venezuela. Start your sightseeing at Iglesia de la Divina Pastora, Iglesia "Altagracia" and Plaza Bolívar De Barquisimeto.
