BLA - General José Antonio Anzoategui International Airport
Barcelona, Venezuela
IATA Code: BLA · Barcelona, Venezuela
The airport code BLA is the IATA identifier for General José Antonio Anzoategui International Airport. You may also find it referred to as Barcelona Airport (BLA).
General José Antonio Anzoategui International Airport (BLA) serves Barcelona, Venezuela, in the Latin America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
BLA is the IATA airport code for General José Antonio Anzoategui International Airport, located in Barcelona, Venezuela. The airport is situated at coordinates 10.1111°N, 64.6922°W. The current jet fuel price in the Latin America region is $5.31/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (Latin America)
$5.31/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- BLA
- City
- Barcelona
- Country
- Venezuela
- Timezone
- America/Caracas
- Latitude
- 10.1111°
- Longitude
- -64.6922°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Latin America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from BLA
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| CUM - Cumana | 72 km | $1,070 | $2/passenger |
| AAO - Anaco | 80 km | $1,189 | $2/passenger |
| ICC - Isla De Coche | 109 km | $1,621 | $3/passenger |
| PMV - Porlamar | 119 km | $1,769 | $4/passenger |
| SOM - San Tome | 143 km | $2,126 | $4/passenger |
| HGE - Higuerote | 158 km | $2,349 | $5/passenger |
| CUP - Carupano | 168 km | $2,498 | $5/passenger |
| MUN - Maturin | 174 km | $2,587 | $5/passenger |
| VDP - Valle De La Pascua | 174 km | $2,587 | $5/passenger |
| CBL - Ciudad Bolivar | 255 km | $3,791 | $8/passenger |
| CCS - Caracas | 257 km | $3,821 | $8/passenger |
| GUI - Guiria | 265 km | $3,940 | $8/passenger |
| PZO - Guayana | 293 km | $4,356 | $9/passenger |
| LRV - Los Roques | 297 km | $4,416 | $9/passenger |
| TUV - Tucupita | 307 km | $4,564 | $9/passenger |
| CXA - Caicara De Orinoco | 320 km | $4,758 | $10/passenger |
| MYC - Maracay | 324 km | $4,817 | $10/passenger |
| CLZ - Calabozo | 327 km | $4,862 | $10/passenger |
| VLN - Valencia | 354 km | $5,263 | $11/passenger |
| POS - Port-of-spain | 371 km | $5,516 | $11/passenger |
| PBL - Puerto Cabello | 372 km | $5,531 | $11/passenger |
| GND - Point Salines | 381 km | $5,665 | $11/passenger |
| SFD - San Fernando De Apure | 391 km | $5,813 | $12/passenger |
| TAB - Scarborough | 437 km | $6,497 | $13/passenger |
| SNF - San Felipe | 445 km | $6,616 | $13/passenger |
| BON - Kralendijk | 450 km | $6,691 | $13/passenger |
| UNI - Union Island | 452 km | $6,720 | $13/passenger |
| CIW - Canouan Island | 465 km | $6,914 | $14/passenger |
| TMO - Tumeremo | 471 km | $7,003 | $14/passenger |
| CAJ - Canaima | 476 km | $7,077 | $14/passenger |
| MQS - Mustique | 492 km | $7,315 | $15/passenger |
| BQU - Bequia | 492 km | $7,315 | $15/passenger |
| AGV - Acarigua | 502 km | $7,464 | $15/passenger |
| EOR - El Dorado | 508 km | $7,553 | $15/passenger |
| BRM - Barquisimeto | 511 km | $7,598 | $15/passenger |
| SVD - Kingstown | 513 km | $7,627 | $15/passenger |
| CUR - Willemstad | 520 km | $7,731 | $15/passenger |
| PCR - Puerto Carreno | 534 km | $7,940 | $16/passenger |
| CZE - Coro | 564 km | $8,386 | $17/passenger |
| GUQ - Guanare | 568 km | $8,445 | $17/passenger |
| UVF - Hewandorra | 572 km | $8,504 | $17/passenger |
| USI - Mabaruma | 579 km | $8,609 | $17/passenger |
| VCR - Carora | 588 km | $8,742 | $17/passenger |
| SLU - Castries | 592 km | $8,802 | $18/passenger |
| PYH - Puerto Ayacucho | 594 km | $8,832 | $18/passenger |
| LSP - Paraguana | 624 km | $9,278 | $19/passenger |
| BNS - Barinas | 628 km | $9,337 | $19/passenger |
| EOZ - Elorza | 630 km | $9,367 | $19/passenger |
| AUA - Oranjestad | 638 km | $9,486 | $19/passenger |
| FDF - Fort-de-france | 639 km | $9,501 | $19/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your BLA Flights
Jet fuel typically accounts for 25-35% of airline operating costs. When fuel prices rise due to global events like conflicts or supply disruptions, airlines pass these costs to passengers through fuel surcharges.
Currently, the Latin America region has jet fuel priced at $5.31/gallon. This is approximately 108% higher than normal due to Brent crude elevated. EIA Gulf Coast jet fuel at $5.21/gal (2026-05-16). Airlines implementing surcharges globally. IATA reports $175/barrel global average.
Tips to Save on Flights from BLA
- Book during periods of lower fuel prices (typically Q1)
- Choose airlines with fuel-efficient aircraft (787, A350)
- Consider nearby alternative airports
- Book direct flights to avoid multiple fuel surcharges
Climate & Weather at Barcelona
Barcelona has a tropical climate with warm temperatures year-round, typically ranging from 25°C to 35°C (77°F to 95°F). Travelers should expect humidity and potential monsoon or rainy seasons depending on the time of year. Lightweight, breathable clothing is recommended, and staying hydrated is essential when navigating the airport and surrounding area.
Traveler Guide: Flying Through BLA
Traveling through Barcelona in the Americas, passengers should be aware that fuel prices in the Latin America region directly influence ticket pricing. North and South American airports generally have well-established ground transportation networks, including ride-sharing services, shuttles, and rental car agencies. For international arrivals, customs and immigration processing times vary significantly by country.
Planning Your Trip via BLA
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at General José Antonio Anzoategui International Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from BLA
- Fuel impact awareness: The Latin America region currently prices jet fuel at $5.31/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to BLA are CUM, AAO, ICC — consider these for potentially lower fares