Flying from Istanbul to Caracas Simon Bolivar International Airport (CCS): What you need to know
Istanbul Airport (IST) is Istanbul's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Istanbul to Caracas Simon Bolivar International Airport (CCS) leaving from here.
Around 12 hours 55 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct Istanbul to Caracas Simon Bolivar International Airport flight.
Caracas Simon Bolivar International Airport is located in Caracas. The city is in the UTC-4 timezone and is seven hours behind Istanbul.
The most popular route is from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Caracas Simon Bolivar International Airport (CCS). Take your pick of 3 direct services every week. Turkish Airlines operates a 1:50am departure between IST and CCS.
To ensure you get on your flight from Istanbul to CCS, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Popular months like August or other peak periods mean longer waiting times and potential delays. Stay on schedule by getting to the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Take the express route from Istanbul Airport (IST). Nonstop flights from Istanbul to Caracas Simon Bolivar International Airport (CCS) are available from here.
You can travel on a direct flight from Istanbul to Caracas Simon Bolivar International Airport with Turkish Airlines. This popular carrier operates services from IST.
Most passengers choose to fly with Turkish Airlines between IST and CCS.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even tour another city. When searching for cheap flights from Istanbul to CCS leaving from Istanbul Airport (IST), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Bogota El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Havana Jose Marti International Airport (HAV)
IST is about 40 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel close to Istanbul Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Istanbul to Caracas Simon Bolivar International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Break up your flight from Istanbul to Caracas Simon Bolivar International Airport with a stop at Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD). A major stopover between Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and CCS, it's a great opportunity to enjoy some downtime before continuing your journey.
Using public transport, you can travel from central Istanbul to SAW in about 1 hour 40 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 1 hour 5 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Istanbul to CCS flight, stay in one of these hotels near Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time performance of 68%. This figure gives an insight into how frequently flights departing from this airport arrive at their destination on time.
About Caracas Simon Bolivar International Airport (CCS)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Istanbul to Caracas Simon Bolivar International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near CCS:
Booking your ride around four weeks in advance of your Istanbul to Caracas Simon Bolivar International Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Caracas Simon Bolivar International Airport (CCS) to central Caracas
Central Caracas is around 23 kilometres from Caracas Simon Bolivar International Airport and takes about 40 minutes to reach by car. Work out your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Caracas Simon Bolivar International Airport (CCS)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Caracas Simon Bolivar International Airport is ₹ 49,635. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ₹ 92,794. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Istanbul to CCS. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
Affordable Istanbul to Caracas Simon Bolivar International Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across every month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Istanbul to Caracas Simon Bolivar International Airport (CCS)
December is the quietest month for flights from Istanbul to Caracas Simon Bolivar International Airport (CCS), while July is the busiest. Work out the best time to go to Caracas based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your Istanbul to CCS plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. September is the warmest month in Caracas, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC to 28ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Istanbul to Caracas Simon Bolivar International Airport in February when temperatures are between 16ºC and 30ºC.
More about Caracas
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Caracas right here. Check out these options after locking in your flight from Istanbul to Caracas Simon Bolivar International Airport:
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