Which airport should I fly into for La Dolorita?

For long-haul and international flights, Arturo Michelena International Airport (VLN) is the main gateway near La Dolorita. The closest airport, Maiquetia (Simon Bolivar Internacional) Airport (CCS), is the most convenient for transfers — weigh proximity against the breadth of flight connections.

How far is the airport from La Dolorita?

The nearest is about 16 mi (26 km) away. The table above shows the distance and an estimated transfer time for each airport within about 300 km.

How do I get from the airport into La Dolorita?

Most airports offer taxis and ride-hailing, and many add a rail, metro or bus link into the city. Tap any airport above for a full guide with ground-transport options, lounges and transit details.

Airports Near La Dolorita

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

The nearest airport to La Dolorita, VE is Maiquetia (Simon Bolivar Internacional) Airport (CCS), about 16 mi (26 km) away — roughly 31 min by road. For long-haul flights, the main international gateway is Arturo Michelena International Airport (VLN).

Code	Airport	Distance	Transfer	Type
CCS	Maiquetia (Simon Bolivar Internacional) AirportCaracas, Venezuela	16 mi / 26 km	31 min	Regional
MYC	Escuela Mariscal Sucre AirportMaracay, Venezuela	61 mi / 98 km	1 hr 49 min	Regional
VLN	Arturo Michelena International AirportValencia, Venezuela	81 mi / 131 km	1 hr 54 min	International
LRV	Gran Roque AirportLos Roques, Venezuela	101 mi / 163 km	2 hr 21 min	Regional
CLZ	Calabozo AirportGuarico, Venezuela	116 mi / 187 km	2 hr 42 min	Regional
SNF	Sub Teniente Nestor Arias AirportSan Felipe, Venezuela	135 mi / 217 km	3 hr 8 min	Regional
BLA	General Jose Antonio Anzoategui International AirportBarcelona, Venezuela	145 mi / 233 km	3 hr 22 min	International
BON	Flamingo International AirportKralendijk, Bonaire	152 mi / 244 km	3 hr 31 min	International

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

Which airport is best?

For the shortest transfer, Maiquetia (Simon Bolivar Internacional) Airport (CCS) is the most convenient at about 16 mi out. If you're flying internationally or want the widest choice of routes, Arturo Michelena International Airport (VLN) (81 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 La Dolorita. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with CCS.

Hotels near the airport

For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near CCS 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 La Dolorita is Maiquetia (Simon Bolivar Internacional) Airport (CCS), about 16 mi (26 km) away — roughly 31 min by road.