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Airports Near Cabimas

The closest airports to Cabimas, VE: IATA codes, names and distances, each with a full airport guide covering terminals, lounges and transit.

The nearest airport to Cabimas, VE is Oro Negro Airport (CBS), about 10 mi (16 km) away — roughly 34 min by road. For long-haul flights, the main international gateway is La Chinita International Airport (MAR).

CodeAirportDistanceTransferType
CBSOro Negro AirportCabimas, Venezuela10 mi / 16 km34 minRegional
MARLa Chinita International AirportMaracaibo, Venezuela22 mi / 35 km42 minInternational
MCJJorge Isaac AirportLa Mina-Maicao, Colombia91 mi / 146 km2 hr 7 minRegional
VLVDr. Antonio Nicolas Briceno AirportValera, Venezuela94 mi / 151 km2 hr 11 minRegional
VCRCarora AirportCarora, Venezuela96 mi / 154 km2 hr 13 minRegional
VUPAlfonso Lopez Pumarejo AirportValledupar, Colombia122 mi / 197 km2 hr 51 minRegional
VIGJuan Pablo Perez Alfonso AirportEl Vigia, Venezuela124 mi / 199 km2 hr 52 minRegional
RCHAlmirante Padilla AirportRiohacha, Colombia127 mi / 204 km2 hr 57 minRegional

Distances are straight-line; transfer times are road estimates. "Type" flags major/international gateways.

Which airport is best?

For the shortest transfer, Oro Negro Airport (CBS) is the most convenient at about 10 mi out. If you're flying internationally or want the widest choice of routes, La Chinita International Airport (MAR) (22 mi) is the bigger gateway — worth the extra distance for long-haul or cheaper fares.

Getting to and from the airport

Taxis and ride-hailing serve every airport here, and the larger ones usually add a rail, metro or bus link into Cabimas. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with CBS.

Hotels near the airport

For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near CBS saves a stressful morning transfer.

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Travel tips

Compare the total door-to-door time, not just the airfare — a cheaper flight into a distant airport can cost more once you add the transfer. Check whether your airport has a direct train or metro before defaulting to a taxi, and for international arrivals, confirm any visa or transit rules in advance.

Frequently asked questions

The nearest airport to Cabimas is Oro Negro Airport (CBS), about 10 mi (16 km) away — roughly 34 min by road.

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