Flight Operations to Caracas Venezuela: Simón Bolívar International Airport, also known as Caracas Maiquetía, is located in about 21 kilometers from downtown Caracas, the capital of the South American country. Here’s what operators need to know to organize successful missions to Caracas.
Simón Bolívar International Airport
ICAO: SVMI
IATA: CCS
Coordinates: N10-36.1/W066-59.4
Elevation: 236 ft.
Magnetic variation: 11W
Fuel types: Jet/ Avgas
Operational Information
Private flights and non-scheduled flights don’t require overflight permits
Private flights and non-scheduled flights require landing permits
There are no parking restrictions at this airport
Accommodation
Hotels close to the airport:
Venezuela Marriott Hotel Playa Grande
Eurobuilding Express Maiquetia
Hotels near the city:
Caracas Palace
Hotel Cayena – Caracas
Renaissance CaracasLa Castellana Hotel
Hotel Chacao and Suites
Altamira Village Hotel and Suites
Ground Transport
Most major rental car brands available at the airport
Although there is a local taxi service, for security reasons we advise you to work with your handler and arrange transport ahead of time
For support with your Flight Operations to Caracas Venezuela, contact UAS Americas
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