Maracay to Barquisimeto flights
Barquisimeto lies 194 km (121 mi) west of Maracay, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 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.
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| Maracay | Barquisimeto | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Venezuela | Venezuela |
| Population | 464,700 | 1.2 million |
| Elevation | 553 m (1,814 ft) | 606 m (1,988 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-4 (America/Caracas) | UTC-4 (America/Caracas) |
| Nearest large airport | VLN, 38 km out | BRM, 2 km out |
Airports at each end
Leaving Maracay
Maracay is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Arturo Michelena International Airport (VLN), 38 km (24 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).
Arriving in Barquisimeto
Barquisimeto is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Jacinto Lara International Airport (BRM), 2 km (1 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,350 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jacinto Lara International Airport | BRM | 2 km (1 mi) | 9,350 ft | 2,042 ft |
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Staying in Barquisimeto
Our booking partner lists 5 places to stay in Barquisimeto. Of the 3 with a star rating, the largest group is 5-star (2), and 2 are five-star. Guests have left 178 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Barquisimeto from Maracay?
194 km (121 mi) in a straight line, west of Maracay.
How long does it take to get from Maracay to Barquisimeto by air?
About 1 h, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Maracay and Barquisimeto?
No, both are on America/Caracas at the moment.
Which airports are used for Maracay to Barquisimeto flights?
Typically Arturo Michelena International Airport (VLN) to Jacinto Lara International Airport (BRM).
Where can I stay in Barquisimeto?
Our booking partner lists 5 places to stay in Barquisimeto, 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.