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Gateway to Venezuela's Guayana region and Orinoco River.
Location
Ciudad Bolívar, Venezuela
General Tomás de Heres Airport serves Ciudad Bolívar, the capital of Bolívar State in southeastern Venezuela. Named after Venezuelan independence hero General Tomás de Heres, the airport provides an important air link for a region rich in natural resources, including the Gran Sabana and Canaima National Park.
The airport handles domestic routes primarily connecting Ciudad Bolívar with Caracas and other Venezuelan cities. It serves as a key access point for travelers heading to ecotourism destinations such as Angel Falls, the world's highest uninterrupted waterfall, located within the broader Guayana region.
Terminals
The airport has a modest single terminal facility suited to its regional domestic traffic volumes.
Getting to & from
Ground transport between the airport and Ciudad Bolívar city center is primarily available via taxis and informal transport services.
Airlines here
Conviasa and other Venezuelan domestic carriers have historically operated routes through this airport.
Notable facts
- ›Named after Venezuelan independence-era military figure General Tomás de Heres.
- ›Serves as a gateway for tourists visiting Canaima National Park and Angel Falls.
- ›Ciudad Bolívar is situated on the Orinoco River, one of South America's longest rivers.
- ›Bolívar State is one of Venezuela's largest states and is mineral-rich.
- ›The airport primarily handles domestic flights within Venezuela.
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 Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.
