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Eastern Venezuela's principal international gateway near Barcelona.
Opened
1950
Location
Barcelona, Venezuela
General José Antonio Anzoátegui International Airport (IATA: BLA, ICAO: SVBC) serves Barcelona, the capital of Anzoátegui State in northeastern Venezuela. It is one of the most important airports in the country's eastern region, supporting both commercial passenger traffic and cargo operations tied to Venezuela's oil industry.
The airport is named after José Antonio Anzoátegui, a hero of the Venezuelan War of Independence. It handles domestic routes to Caracas and other Venezuelan cities, as well as international services. Operations have been affected in recent years by Venezuela's broader economic crisis, which has reduced airline frequency and passenger volumes significantly.
Terminals
The airport operates with a single main terminal handling both domestic and international passengers.
Getting to & from
Ground transport between the airport and Barcelona city center is available via taxis and informal shuttle services, with no dedicated metro or rail link.
Airlines here
Conviasa, the Venezuelan state carrier, has operated routes through Barcelona, alongside other domestic carriers such as Laser Airlines.
Notable facts
- ›Named after Venezuelan independence hero General José Antonio Anzoátegui.
- ›Serves as a key gateway for workers in Venezuela's oil-producing Anzoátegui region.
- ›Located approximately 3 kilometers from Barcelona city center.
- ›Has suffered reduced international connectivity due to Venezuela's ongoing economic crisis.
- ›Supports cargo operations in addition to passenger services.
This profile is provided for general information only. Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.
