Maracaibo to Palo Negro flights
Palo Negro lies 448 km (278 mi) 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 19 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 | Palo Negro | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Venezuela | Venezuela |
| Population | 1.8 million | 128,875 |
| Elevation | -9,999 m (-32,805 ft) | 437 m (1,434 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-4 (America/Caracas) | UTC-4 (America/Caracas) |
| Nearest large airport | MAR, 16 km out | VLN, 42 km out |
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 Palo Negro
Palo Negro is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Arturo Michelena International Airport (VLN), 42 km (26 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,842 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Maiquetía Simón Bolívar International Airport (CCS, 77 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arturo Michelena International Airport | VLN | 42 km (26 mi) | 9,842 ft | 1,411 ft |
| Maiquetía Simón Bolívar International Airport | CCS | 77 km (48 mi) | 11,483 ft | 234 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Palo Negro from Maracaibo?
448 km (278 mi) in a straight line, east of Maracaibo.
How long does it take to get from Maracaibo to Palo Negro by air?
About 1 h 19 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 Palo Negro?
No, both are on America/Caracas at the moment.
Which airports are used for Maracaibo to Palo Negro flights?
Typically La Chinita International Airport (MAR) to Arturo Michelena International Airport (VLN); Palo Negro also has CCS.
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.