Santiago de los Caballeros to San Carlos del Zulia flights
San Carlos del Zulia lies 1,170 km (727 mi) south of Santiago de los Caballeros, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 15 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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| Santiago de los Caballeros | San Carlos del Zulia | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Dominican Republic | Venezuela |
| Population | 1.2 million | 126,353 |
| Elevation | 209 m (686 ft) | 6 m (20 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-4 (America/Santo_Domingo) | UTC-4 (America/Caracas) |
| Nearest large airport | STI, 10 km out | VIG, 50 km out |
What changes when you arrive in San Carlos del Zulia
Crossing from Dominican Republic into Venezuela: money changes from the Peso to the Bolivar Soberano (VES); the dialling code becomes +58; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648920 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q533806.
Airports at each end
Leaving Santiago de los Caballeros
Santiago de los Caballeros is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Cibao International Airport (STI), 10 km (6 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 8,595 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Gregorio Luperon International Airport (POP, 36 km).
Arriving in San Carlos del Zulia
San Carlos del Zulia is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Juan Pablo Pérez Alfonso Airport (VIG), 50 km (31 mi) from the centre, whose 10,645-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Juan Pablo Pérez Alfonso Airport (regional) | VIG | 50 km (31 mi) | 10,645 ft | 250 ft |
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Common questions
How far is San Carlos del Zulia from Santiago de los Caballeros?
1,170 km (727 mi) in a straight line, south of Santiago de los Caballeros.
How long does it take to get from Santiago de los Caballeros to San Carlos del Zulia by air?
About 2 h 15 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Santiago de los Caballeros and San Carlos del Zulia?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Santiago de los Caballeros to San Carlos del Zulia flights?
Typically Cibao International Airport (STI) to Juan Pablo Pérez Alfonso Airport (VIG).
What currency do I need in San Carlos del Zulia?
The Bolivar Soberano (VES).
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.