How to find cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro to Venezuela
Grab a return flight from Rio de Janeiro to Venezuela starting at $967, the cheapest price currently available.
You'll be travelling from Rio de Janeiro into Maracaibo in Maracaibo with that fare.
For one-way travel, the lowest available price right now is $345.
Need some ideas on where to fly to? Enter 'Venezuela' in the 'To' field to compare fares to different cities.
There's no shortage of ways to arrive in Venezuela, with roughly five airports to pick from.
To compare more prices, choose 'Add nearby airports' to include all airports close to where you're departing from and heading to.
Early booking can pay off. Fares are more likely to go up as your trip date gets closer, not the other way around.
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Best time to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Venezuela
Hop on a flight from Rio de Janeiro to Venezuela in September and you'll be travelling at one of the cheapest times of the year.
A midweek departure can often be a smart move. Prices are generally cheaper on Tuesdays and Wednesdays than the rest of the week.
The height of the travel season in Venezuela runs through April, July and November. July is the most popular month and a great time to visit if you want more to see and do.
For a more leisurely pace, March, September and December tend to work well. March is the quietest month.
Popular places to visit in Venezuela
Caracas
A popular destination for Rio de Janeiro to Venezuela flights, this city in Capital District takes the top spot on the must-visit list. From Museo de Bellas Artes and Avila station (Caracas cable car) to Museum of Natural Sciences, the attractions just keep coming.
Caracas Airport (CCS) is Caracas's main airport.
Ready to lock in your perfect base? Explore the range of hotels in Caracas.
Porlamar
Playa Moreno, Museum of Contemporary Art Francisco Narváez and El Morro Beach are among the first things worth making time for in this Nueva Esparta city.
Porlamar Airport (PMV) is the city's main airport.
With your airfare locked in, you can move on to finding the right stay among the hotels in Porlamar.
Maracaibo
Swing by popular sights like Nuestra Señora de Chiquinquirá, Monumento Virgen De Chiquinquirá and La vereda del lago Maracaibo while you're in this part of Zulia.
You can reach the city through its main airport, Maracaibo Airport (MAR).
From brief visits to extended stays, hotels in Maracaibo cater to all kinds of styles and budgets.
Visiting Venezuela for the first time? Here's what you need to know
Entry rules can vary depending on your passport and travel plans, so check before you go. Official embassy sites and airlines will have the most recent advice on visas or other documents you may need.
Venezuela is home to around 29 million people.
For a warmer trip to Venezuela, consider travelling in March.
Visit sometime around July if you prefer to be there when it's cooler.
January tends to be the driest month, while August has the most rain.
Some of the biggest events on the local calendar include Carnival celebrations, the Caracas International Film Festival and the Dancing Devils of Yare religious festival. Line up your Rio de Janeiro to Venezuela flight around moments like these to experience something beyond the usual.
Complete your trip with hotels and a car rental
Locked in that cheap flight from Rio de Janeiro to Venezuela? Now decide where you'll stay and how you'll get around. Check out the range of hotels in Venezuela and filter your search by review score, star rating and more. Also browse car rental options in Venezuela and choose from pickup points in cities or at airports.