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Dr. Antonio Nicolás Briceño Airport (VLV)

Valera, Venezuela · medium airport · 9.341° -70.584° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeVLV
ICAO CodeSVVL
Typemedium airport
NameDr. Antonio Nicolás Briceño Airport
MunicipalityValera
CountryVenezuela
ContinentSA
Latitude9.341° N
Longitude-70.584° W
Elevation2060 ft
Climate ZoneTropical
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score750
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountryVenezuela
ISO Code
RegionValera
Continent CodeSA
IANA TimezoneAmerica/Caracas
UTC Offset (Standard)UTC-4
DST OffsetUTC-4
Current Offset--

🌬 Best Time to Fly

Recommended: May – October
Dry season in most of South America
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Dry: May–OctWet: Nov–Apr

✈ Airlines Serving VLV

LA — LATAM AirlinesG3 — Gol AirlinesAR — Aerolíneas ArgentinasAV — Avianca

🌡 Climate — Tropical (9.3°N)

Jan
30°
22°
Feb
30°
22°
Mar
31°
22°
Apr
31°
23°
May
31°
23°
Jun
31°
23°
Jul
30°
22°
Aug
30°
22°
Sep
30°
22°
Oct
30°
22°
Nov
30°
22°
Dec
30°
22°
* Approximate average temperatures by month based on tropical latitude zone

✨ AI-Enhanced Insights

Dr. Antonio Nicolás Briceño Airport (VLV/SVVL) is the main air gateway to Valera, a commercial city in Venezuela’s Andean state of Trujillo. Named after a Venezuelan independence-era figure, it primarily handles domestic flights and connects the region with larger Venezuelan hubs. Its compact layout and low traffic make it a simple, convenient airport for travelers heading to the Andes.

💡 Local Tip
Frequent visitors know to keep small-denomination bolívares handy for taxis and terminal purchases, and to confirm their return flight by phone the day before—schedule changes are common on this domestic route.
🚖 Getting There

Taxis and remises are the most practical way to reach Valera; agree on the fare or use a trusted radio taxi before leaving the terminal. The airport is close to the city, so transfers are short and inexpensive by local standards. If you are continuing to Trujillo or other Andean towns, arrange private transport in advance because public bus service from the airport may be limited.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What are the airport codes for Valera’s airport?
A: The IATA code is VLV and the ICAO code is SVVL.

Q: What airlines fly to Dr. Antonio Nicolás Briceño Airport?
A: Service varies, but domestic Venezuelan carriers have historically operated routes to Caracas and other cities. Check current schedules with airlines or local travel agents, as availability can change.

Q: How far is the airport from central Valera?
A: It is only a few kilometers from the city center, typically a 10–15 minute drive depending on traffic.

Q: Are there international flights from VLV?
A: The airport mainly serves domestic routes. For international travel, passengers usually connect through Caracas or another major Venezuelan hub.
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