Airport
Güiria Airport (GUI)
Güiria Airport (GUI) is the local airport serving the town of Güiria in Sucre state, a gateway to Venezuela's Paria Peninsula and the Gulf of Paria coast. Compare transfer options to the Güiria town centre, Irapa, Yaguaraparo, Macuro and nearby destinations, and plan your onward journey.
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About Güiria Airport
Güiria Airport (GUI) is a small airport serving the town of Güiria in Sucre state, northeastern Venezuela. Opened in 2000, the facility was formerly known as Cristóbal Colón Airport and is also referred to as General Juan Manuel Valdez Airport.
Located about 2 km from the centre of Güiria, the airport serves the Paria Peninsula and the Gulf of Paria area. It handles domestic and general aviation traffic, including private and official flights, and functions as a local gateway for travellers moving within Sucre state and nearby coastal communities.
The airport has a single asphalt runway (05/23) and a compact passenger terminal with basic services. Road access is available from Güiria town, with onward travel by taxi, private transfer or arranged transport to places such as Irapa and Yaguaraparo.
Because facilities are limited, travellers should plan refreshments and services in advance. The airport remains an important access point for the eastern Sucre region and the communities of the Paria Peninsula.
Terminal Overview
Terminals
Güiria Airport operates a single passenger terminal that handles arrivals and departures in one compact building. The airport mainly serves domestic and general aviation traffic, including private and official flights.
Ground Transportation Services to and from Güiria Airport
Transfers
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Hourly Chauffeur
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Car Rental
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Bus & Group Transfers
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