Ponce to Maracaibo flights
Maracaibo lies 979 km (609 mi) south-west of Ponce, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Ponce | Maracaibo | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Puerto Rico | Venezuela |
| Population | 137,491 | 1.8 million |
| Elevation | 12 m (39 ft) | -9,999 m (-32,805 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-4 (America/Puerto_Rico) | UTC-4 (America/Caracas) |
| Nearest large airport | SJU, 81 km out | MAR, 16 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Maracaibo
Crossing from Puerto Rico into Venezuela: money changes from the Dollar 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 Ponce
Ponce is served by 5 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU), 81 km (50 mi) from the centre, whose 10,002-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Mercedita International Airport (PSE, 6 km), Eugenio Maria De Hostos Airport (MAZ, 62 km), Fernando Luis Ribas Dominicci Airport (SIG, 74 km), Rafael Hernández International Airport (BQN, 76 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 Ponce?
979 km (609 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Ponce.
How long does it take to get from Ponce to Maracaibo by air?
About 2 h, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Ponce and Maracaibo?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Ponce to Maracaibo flights?
Typically Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) 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.