General José Antonio Anzoategui International Airport Guide

IATA BLAICAO SVBCBarcelonaUpdated 2026-07-13
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General José Antonio Anzoátegui International Airport serves Barcelona, capital of Anzoátegui State in northeastern Venezuela. The airport opened in June 1973 under President Rafael Caldera and sits roughly 4 km southwest of Barcelona's city center, less than 1 km from the Caribbean Sea coastline. It is operated by BAER (Bolivariana de Aeropuertos) under the ownership of the Instituto Nacional de Aeronáutica Civil (INAC).

The airport is the primary hub for Avior Airlines, which operates scheduled services to Caracas and Porlamar within Venezuela, as well as international routes to Panama. LASER Airlines, Conviasa, and Turpial Airlines also operate from the airport. The facility has two operational runways, each approximately 3,000 metres long.

The airport serves the broader Barcelona–Puerto La Cruz metropolitan area, one of Venezuela's most economically significant regions due to its oil industry. On-site services include VIP lounges, car rental counters, food vendors, retail shops, and 24-hour parking.

Services

3 of 6 available

Compare 7 listed options at General José Antonio Anzoategui International Airport, spanning parking, car rentals and hotels. Each guide sets out locations, distance from the airport, key features and links to book direct, so you can weigh cost against convenience before you fly. Select a service below to see every provider we track for General José Antonio Anzoategui International Airport.

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Key facts

Size
2 runwaysopened 1973
Location
10.111, -64.692
Operator
BAER (Bolivariana de Aeropuertos) / INAC

Terminals

1 terminal

General José Antonio Anzoategui International Airport has 1 passenger terminalMain Terminal, handling both international and domestic flights for around 5 airlines. Check which terminal your airline uses before you travel, as check-in, security and boarding points differ between them, and moving from one to another can take time.

  • Main TerminalMixed

    Avior Airlines, LASER Airlines, Conviasa, Turpial Airlines, Copa Airlines

Nearby cities

3 cities

General José Antonio Anzoategui International Airport is closest to Barcelona (4 km northeast), and also serves Puerto La Cruz, Cumaná and other nearby areas. With 3 towns and cities within reach, it is a practical gateway for the wider region. Distances shown are straight-line from the airport, so allow extra time for road transfers, traffic and parking.

  • Barcelona4 km northeast
  • Puerto La Cruz12 km east
  • Cumaná66 km northeast

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the airport codes for General José Antonio Anzoategui International Airport?

General José Antonio Anzoategui International Airport uses the following codes: IATA: BLA, ICAO: SVBC. These codes are used by airlines, pilots, and travel systems to identify the airport.

Where is General José Antonio Anzoategui International Airport located?

General José Antonio Anzoategui International Airport is located in Barcelona, Anzoátegui State, Venezuela. The airport coordinates are 10.1111°, -64.6922°.

What services are available at General José Antonio Anzoategui International Airport?

General José Antonio Anzoategui International Airport offers: 1 parking options, 3 car rental companies, 3 nearby hotels, public transport connections. Click on each service type above to view detailed information.

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