United Airlines will resume its flights between Houston and Caracas in August, after more than 8 years of pause United Airlines will resume direct flights between Houston and Caracas on August 11, after an eight-year hiatus. The route, serviced daily, is seen as a significant step in US-Venezuela relations, facilitating business and family reunions. The flights will utilize Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft equipped with modern amenities.

• United Airlines will resume direct flights between Houston and Caracas starting August 11.
• The route had been suspended for over 8 years, since June 2017.
• The resumption is considered a significant milestone in US-Venezuela relations.
• Flights will depart daily from Houston’s George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Simón Bolívar International Airport in Maiquetía.
• The service is expected to foster new business opportunities and help families reconnect.
• United previously operated flights between the US and Venezuela for over 20 years.
• The flights will use Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft with features like individual screens, Bluetooth, and Starlink Wi-Fi.
• Tickets are available starting at $1,360 for standard economy.
• The flight schedule is subject to change based on governmental authorizations. https://eldiario.com/2026/05/12/vuelos-houston-caracas-united-airlines/