Flying from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Simon Bolivar International Airport (CCS): what you need to know
Caracas's timezone is UTC-4, making Caracas three hours ahead of Los Angeles.
To ensure you catch your LAX to CCS flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Los Angeles International Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some great stopovers between LAX and CCS include:
Tocumen International Airport
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Simon Bolivar International Airport (CCS)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport flight is $558. A round-trip ticket is currently $1,724. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually smart to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from LAX to CCS. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the lowest price in every month when looking for your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from LAX to CCS.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport.
Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
You'll find LAX at One World Way.
Los Angeles International Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 81.05% of flights that depart LAX reach their destination on time.
Los Angeles International Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of about 55 minutes on public transport.
Booked an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near LAX:
Arriving at Simon Bolivar International Airport (CCS)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Los Angeles International Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near CCS instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Simon Bolivar International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Street Rent a Car, Aco Rent a Car or Hertz to explore Caracas and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Simon Bolivar International Airport around four weeks before you travel.
Getting from Simon Bolivar International Airport (CCS) to central Caracas
Simon Bolivar International Airport to central Caracas has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 27 kilometres away.
When to fly to Simon Bolivar International Airport (CCS)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Caracas. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Caracas is April, with the temperature ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Simon Bolivar International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
February sees average temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Look for cheap tickets from LAX to CCS around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Venezuela
Caracas has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Venezuela you should also see. Around 80 kilometres west of Caracas, a visit to Maracay will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like El Ejército Las Ballenas Park, Plaza Sucre del Estado Aragua and Otro Beta - La Pared.
Around 129 kilometres west of Caracas, Valencia is another favourite stop in Venezuela. Experience major highlights starting with Museo de Arte Valencia, Plaza Bolivar and Basílica Catedral de Valencia.
