Maracaibo to Manzanillo flights
Manzanillo lies 1,229 km (764 mi) north-west of Maracaibo, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 20 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.
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| Maracaibo | Manzanillo | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Venezuela | Cuba |
| Population | 1.8 million | 128,188 |
| Elevation | -9,999 m (-32,805 ft) | 16 m (52 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-4 (America/Caracas) | UTC-4 (America/Havana) |
| Nearest large airport | MAR, 16 km out | HOG, 97 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Manzanillo
Crossing from Venezuela into Cuba: money changes from the Bolivar Soberano to the Peso (CUP); the dialling code becomes +53; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648855 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648856.
Airports at each end
Leaving 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.
Arriving in Manzanillo
Manzanillo is served by 4 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Frank Pais International Airport (HOG), 97 km (60 mi) from the centre, whose 10,624-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Sierra Maestra International Airport (MZO, 7 km), Carlos Manuel de Cespedes Airport (BYM, 52 km), Hermanos Ameijeiras Airport (VTU, 74 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frank Pais International Airport | HOG | 97 km (60 mi) | 10,624 ft | 361 ft |
| Sierra Maestra International Airport (regional) | MZO | 7 km (4 mi) | 7,875 ft | 112 ft |
| Carlos Manuel de Cespedes Airport (regional) | BYM | 52 km (32 mi) | 6,887 ft | 203 ft |
| Hermanos Ameijeiras Airport (regional) | VTU | 74 km (46 mi) | 5,971 ft | 328 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Manzanillo from Maracaibo?
1,229 km (764 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Maracaibo.
How long does it take to get from Maracaibo to Manzanillo by air?
About 2 h 20 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Maracaibo and Manzanillo?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Maracaibo to Manzanillo flights?
Typically La Chinita International Airport (MAR) to Frank Pais International Airport (HOG); Manzanillo also has MZO, BYM, VTU.
What currency do I need in Manzanillo?
The Peso (CUP).
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.