Maracaibo to Oranjestad flights
Oranjestad lies 271 km (169 mi) north-east of Maracaibo, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 6 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 | Oranjestad | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Venezuela | Aruba |
| Population | 1.8 million | 29,998 |
| Elevation | -9,999 m (-32,805 ft) | 22 m (72 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-4 (America/Caracas) | UTC-4 (America/Aruba) |
| Nearest large airport | MAR, 16 km out | AUA, 3 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Oranjestad
Crossing from Venezuela into Aruba: money changes from the Bolivar Soberano to the Guilder (AWG); sockets are NEMA 1-15, NEMA 5-15, Schuko; the dialling code becomes +297; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q533806.
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 Oranjestad
Oranjestad is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Queen Beatrix International Airport (AUA), 3 km (2 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,000 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Josefa Camejo International Airport (LSP, 84 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Queen Beatrix International Airport | AUA | 3 km (2 mi) | 9,000 ft | 60 ft |
| Josefa Camejo International Airport (regional) | LSP | 84 km (52 mi) | 9,186 ft | 75 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Oranjestad from Maracaibo?
271 km (169 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Maracaibo.
How long does it take to get from Maracaibo to Oranjestad by air?
About 1 h 6 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 Oranjestad?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Maracaibo to Oranjestad flights?
Typically La Chinita International Airport (MAR) to Queen Beatrix International Airport (AUA); Oranjestad also has LSP.
What currency do I need in Oranjestad?
The Guilder (AWG).
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.