Simon Bolivar International Airport

Overview

Maiquetía Simón Bolívar International Airport, identified by IATA code CCS and ICAO code SVMI, is the main large airport serving Maiquetía, Venezuela. Operating in the America/Caracas time zone, it is a key arrival point for visitors heading to the capital region and the wider Caribbean-facing coast. At an elevation of 234 feet (71 m), the airport sits close to sea level, which helps explain its warm, coastal setting and makes it a practical gateway for both domestic and international travel.

At a glance

• Official name: Maiquetía Simón Bolívar International Airport
• Airport codes: CCS (IATA) and SVMI (ICAO)
• Airport type: Large airport
• Serves: Maiquetía, Venezuela
• Elevation: 234 ft (71 m)
• Official website: http://www.aeropuerto-maiquetia.com.ve/web/

Runways and operations

The airport has two lighted asphalt runways designed to handle substantial traffic and a wide range of aircraft. Runway 09/27 measures 9,930 feet, while runway 10/28 extends to 11,483 feet, giving the airport strong operating capability for longer-haul services as well as regional flights. For travellers, that usually means a facility built for full-scale commercial aviation rather than a small local airfield, with infrastructure suited to busy schedules and varied aircraft movements.

What travellers should know

For trip planning, the most useful basics are the airport codes, local time zone, and official website. Knowing that CCS is the airport code can make booking, baggage tracking, and transfer arrangements much easier, especially when comparing routes. Checking local time in America/Caracas is also important for arrivals and departures, and the airport’s official site is the best starting point for current airport information before you travel.