Airport Comparison
| BLU | CCS | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Blue Canyon - Nyack Airport | Maiquetia (Simon Bolivar Internacional) Airport |
| IATA Code | BLU | CCS |
| ICAO Code | KBLU | SVMI |
| City | Emigrant Gap | Caracas |
| Country | United States | Venezuela |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles | America/Caracas |
| Elevation | 5,284 ft | 235 ft |
| Coordinates | 39.270000, -120.710000 | 10.600000, -66.990000 |
Emigrant Gap (BLU) to Caracas (CCS) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Blue Canyon - Nyack Airport (BLU) in Emigrant Gap, United States to Maiquetia (Simon Bolivar Internacional) Airport (CCS) in Caracas, Venezuela is 6,169 kilometers (3,833 miles / 3,331 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying east southeast at a heading of 106°.
This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.
This is an international route connecting United States with Venezuela. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 11:13 in Emigrant Gap, it's 15:13 in Caracas. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,049 feet between the two airports. Maiquetia (Simon Bolivar Internacional) Airport sits lower than Blue Canyon - Nyack Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Caracas (CCS) to Emigrant Gap (BLU) follows a heading of 311° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Blue Canyon - Nyack Airport (BLU) and Maiquetia (Simon Bolivar Internacional) Airport (CCS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.