Malambo to Maracaibo flights
Maracaibo lies 346 km (215 mi) east of Malambo, +1 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 12 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Malambo | Maracaibo | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Colombia | Venezuela |
| Population | 129,148 | 1.8 million |
| Elevation | 17 m (56 ft) | -9,999 m (-32,805 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Bogota) | UTC-4 (America/Caracas) |
| Nearest large airport | BAQ, 3 km out | MAR, 16 km out |
Clocks in Maracaibo are 1 h ahead of Malambo right now, so a 1 h 12 min journey lands 2 h 12 min later by the destination clock.
What changes when you arrive in Maracaibo
Crossing from Colombia into Venezuela: money changes from the Peso to the Bolivar Soberano (VES); the dialling code becomes +58; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648920 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q533806.
Airports at each end
Leaving Malambo
Malambo is served by 3 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport (BAQ), 3 km (2 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,842 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Rafael Nuñez International Airport (CTG, 93 km), Simón Bolívar International Airport (SMR, 66 km).
Arriving in Maracaibo
Maracaibo is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is La Chinita International Airport (MAR), 16 km (10 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,843 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Chinita International Airport | MAR | 16 km (10 mi) | 9,843 ft | 239 ft |
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Staying in Maracaibo
Our booking partner lists 5 places to stay in Maracaibo. Of the 1 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (1). Guests have left 20 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Maracaibo from Malambo?
346 km (215 mi) in a straight line, east of Malambo.
How long does it take to get from Malambo to Maracaibo by air?
About 1 h 12 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Malambo and Maracaibo?
Maracaibo is 1 h ahead at the moment (America/Caracas against America/Bogota).
Which airports are used for Malambo to Maracaibo flights?
Typically Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport (BAQ) to La Chinita International Airport (MAR).
What currency do I need in Maracaibo?
The Bolivar Soberano (VES).
Where can I stay in Maracaibo?
Our booking partner lists 5 places to stay in Maracaibo, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.