CXA - Caicara del Orinoco Airport
Caicara De Orinoco, Venezuela
IATA Code: CXA · Caicara De Orinoco, Venezuela
The airport code CXA is the IATA identifier for Caicara del Orinoco Airport. You may also find it referred to as Caicara De Orinoco Airport (CXA).
Caicara del Orinoco Airport (CXA) serves Caicara De Orinoco, Venezuela, in the Latin America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
CXA is the IATA airport code for Caicara del Orinoco Airport, located in Caicara De Orinoco, Venezuela. The airport is situated at coordinates 7.6255°N, 66.1628°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
- CXA
- City
- Caicara De Orinoco
- Country
- Venezuela
- Timezone
- America/Caracas
- Latitude
- 7.6255°
- Longitude
- -66.1628°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Latin America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from CXA
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| SFD - San Fernando De Apure | 144 km | $2,141 | $4/passenger |
| VDP - Valle De La Pascua | 178 km | $2,647 | $5/passenger |
| CLZ - Calabozo | 200 km | $2,974 | $6/passenger |
| PCR - Puerto Carreno | 217 km | $3,226 | $6/passenger |
| SOM - San Tome | 266 km | $3,955 | $8/passenger |
| AAO - Anaco | 274 km | $4,074 | $8/passenger |
| PYH - Puerto Ayacucho | 274 km | $4,074 | $8/passenger |
| CBL - Ciudad Bolivar | 294 km | $4,371 | $9/passenger |
| HGE - Higuerote | 316 km | $4,698 | $9/passenger |
| BLA - Barcelona | 320 km | $4,758 | $10/passenger |
| MYC - Maracay | 334 km | $4,966 | $10/passenger |
| VLN - Valencia | 341 km | $5,070 | $10/passenger |
| CCS - Caracas | 343 km | $5,100 | $10/passenger |
| EOZ - Elorza | 377 km | $5,605 | $11/passenger |
| PBL - Puerto Cabello | 380 km | $5,650 | $11/passenger |
| PZO - Guayana | 382 km | $5,680 | $11/passenger |
| CUM - Cumana | 385 km | $5,724 | $11/passenger |
| CAJ - Canaima | 397 km | $5,903 | $12/passenger |
| AGV - Acarigua | 400 km | $5,947 | $12/passenger |
| MUN - Maturin | 407 km | $6,051 | $12/passenger |
| SNF - San Felipe | 410 km | $6,096 | $12/passenger |
| GUQ - Guanare | 425 km | $6,319 | $13/passenger |
| ICC - Isla De Coche | 426 km | $6,334 | $13/passenger |
| PMV - Porlamar | 438 km | $6,512 | $13/passenger |
| BRM - Barquisimeto | 442 km | $6,572 | $13/passenger |
| PTM - Palmarito | 443 km | $6,587 | $13/passenger |
| BNS - Barinas | 459 km | $6,824 | $14/passenger |
| PDA - Puerto Inírida | 462 km | $6,869 | $14/passenger |
| CUP - Carupano | 464 km | $6,899 | $14/passenger |
| TUV - Tucupita | 476 km | $7,077 | $14/passenger |
| LRV - Los Roques | 484 km | $7,196 | $14/passenger |
| AUC - Arauca | 508 km | $7,553 | $15/passenger |
| GDO - Guasdualito | 513 km | $7,627 | $15/passenger |
| TMO - Tumeremo | 513 km | $7,627 | $15/passenger |
| VCR - Carora | 514 km | $7,642 | $15/passenger |
| EOR - El Dorado | 515 km | $7,657 | $15/passenger |
| VLV - Valera | 522 km | $7,761 | $16/passenger |
| GUI - Guiria | 535 km | $7,954 | $16/passenger |
| SBB - Santa Barbara | 552 km | $8,207 | $16/passenger |
| BON - Kralendijk | 552 km | $8,207 | $16/passenger |
| MRD - Merida | 560 km | $8,326 | $17/passenger |
| CZE - Coro | 571 km | $8,490 | $17/passenger |
| CUR - Willemstad | 593 km | $8,817 | $18/passenger |
| VIG - El Vigía | 617 km | $9,174 | $18/passenger |
| POS - Port-of-spain | 624 km | $9,278 | $19/passenger |
| TME - Tame | 631 km | $9,382 | $19/passenger |
| RVE - Saravena | 633 km | $9,411 | $19/passenger |
| LSP - Paraguana | 636 km | $9,456 | $19/passenger |
| KAR - Kamarang | 643 km | $9,560 | $19/passenger |
| STD - Santo Domingo | 647 km | $9,620 | $19/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your CXA 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 CXA
- 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 Caicara De Orinoco
Caicara De Orinoco 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 CXA
Traveling through Caicara De Orinoco 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 CXA
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Caicara del Orinoco Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from CXA
- 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 CXA are SFD, VDP, CLZ — consider these for potentially lower fares