Airport Comparison
| CCS | VLE | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Maiquetia (Simon Bolivar Internacional) Airport | Valle Airport |
| IATA Code | CCS | VLE |
| ICAO Code | SVMI | K40G |
| City | Caracas | Grand Canyon |
| Country | Venezuela | United States |
| Timezone | America/Caracas | America/Phoenix |
| Elevation | 235 ft | 5,999 ft |
| Coordinates | 10.600000, -66.990000 | 35.650000, -112.150000 |
Caracas (CCS) to Grand Canyon (VLE) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Maiquetia (Simon Bolivar Internacional) Airport (CCS) in Caracas, Venezuela to Valle Airport (VLE) in Grand Canyon, United States is 5,326 kilometers (3,310 miles / 2,876 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying northwest at a heading of 309°.
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 Venezuela with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 14:01 in Caracas, it's 11:01 in Grand Canyon. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,764 feet between the two airports. Valle Airport sits higher than Maiquetia (Simon Bolivar Internacional) Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Grand Canyon (VLE) to Caracas (CCS) follows a heading of 110° (east southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Maiquetia (Simon Bolivar Internacional) Airport (CCS) and Valle Airport (VLE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.