Flying from Rome to Simon Bolivar International Airport (CCS): what you need to know
Rome is home to a couple of airports where you can kick off your travels. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Rome to Simon Bolivar International Airport (CCS) leaving from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) or Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA).
Simon Bolivar International Airport is located in Caracas. The city operates in the UTC-4 timezone and is 5 hours behind Rome.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from Rome to CCS.
Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like August. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and up to four hours for international journeys. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to relax or grab something to eat.
Airports in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Finding a stopover on your flight from Rome to CCS is a cinch. Whether you're eager to potentially save money on your fare or discover a new city, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to check out your options. A popular stop when departing from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) is Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST).
FCO is approximately 32 kilometres from the centre of Rome. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy traveller tool will give you the fastest route and your public transport options.
Planning to catch an early flight from Rome to Simon Bolivar International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport:
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
Consider adding a stop at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). It's a major stopover on a flight from Rome to Simon Bolivar International Airport (CCS) out of Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport. Use a long layover to explore nearby, or take advantage of a quick break to visit an airport cafe.
On public transport, you can travel from central Rome to CIA in around 1 hour and 39 minutes. The terminal is roughly 18 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 42 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Rome to CCS, take it easy in one of these hotels near Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport:
About Simon Bolivar International Airport (CCS)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Rome to Simon Bolivar International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near CCS:
Getting from Simon Bolivar International Airport (CCS) to central Caracas
From Simon Bolivar International Airport, Caracas is approximately 27 kilometres away. It takes around 28 minutes to reach the centre driving.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Simon Bolivar International Airport (CCS)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Rome to Simon Bolivar International Airport is R 5,743. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 11,226. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from Rome to CCS, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap tickets from Rome to Simon Bolivar International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across every month and score a great deal.
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The best time to fly from Rome to Simon Bolivar International Airport (CCS)
February is the quietest time of year to fly to Caracas. Alternatively, follow the crowds and get away in July. This is the busiest month for flights from Rome to Simon Bolivar International Airport, but the best time to go is up to you.
Think about the kind of weather that'll work with your plans for Caracas. The warmest month is April. Book your flights from Rome to CCS sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 18ºC and 29ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Rome to Simon Bolivar International Airport in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 16ºC and 30ºC on average.
More about Caracas
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Caracas right here. Check out these options once you've locked in your flight from Rome to Simon Bolivar International Airport:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Eden El Avila National Park, Museo de Arte Contemporaneo and Museo de Bellas Artes are leading attractions which should be on any well-planned Caracas itinerary.
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