The first direct US-Venezuela commercial flight in 7 years lands in Caracas
The first direct U.S.-Venezuela commercial flight in seven years landed in Caracas on April 30, 2026, marking a resumption of nonstop air travel after a prolonged suspension due to political and security concerns. The flight, operated by Envoy Air under American Airlines, departed from Miami and symbolizes the restoration of diplomatic and commercial ties following the U.S. capture of former President Nicolás Maduro in January. Passengers and officials highlighted the flight's significance for family reunification and potential U.S. business engagement in Venezuela's energy and mining sectors.
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South AmericaThe first direct U.S.-Venezuela commercial flight in 7 years lands in CaracasNonstop commercial flight between the two countries is resuming after the U.S. captured then-President Nicolás Maduro in a stunning nighttime raid on his residence in Caracas in early January.Listen to this article with a free account00:0000:00 body:has(.jw-flag-floating) .article-hero__container, body:has(.jw-flag-floating) .article-hero__media-holder, body:has(.jw-flag-floating) #content { z-index: auto; } Add NBC News to GoogleFirst U.S.
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