Maracaibo to Puerto La Cruz flights
Puerto La Cruz lies 765 km (475 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 44 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 | Puerto La Cruz | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Venezuela | Venezuela |
| Population | 1.8 million | 370,000 |
| Elevation | -9,999 m (-32,805 ft) | 13 m (43 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-4 (America/Caracas) | UTC-4 (America/Caracas) |
| Nearest large airport | MAR, 16 km out | BLA, 13 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 Puerto La Cruz
Puerto La Cruz is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is General José Antonio Anzoategui International Airport (BLA), 13 km (8 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,842 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Antonio José de Sucre Airport (CUM, 61 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General José Antonio Anzoategui International Airport | BLA | 13 km (8 mi) | 9,842 ft | 30 ft |
| Antonio José de Sucre Airport (regional) | CUM | 61 km (38 mi) | 10,171 ft | 14 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Puerto La Cruz from Maracaibo?
765 km (475 mi) in a straight line, east of Maracaibo.
How long does it take to get from Maracaibo to Puerto La Cruz by air?
About 1 h 44 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 Puerto La Cruz?
No, both are on America/Caracas at the moment.
Which airports are used for Maracaibo to Puerto La Cruz flights?
Typically La Chinita International Airport (MAR) to General José Antonio Anzoategui International Airport (BLA); Puerto La Cruz also has CUM.
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.