Caracas Time
Caracas Time
Caracas uses Venezuela Time (VET, UTC−4) year-round. Venezuela's capital sits in a mountain valley and is the centre of the country's oil-driven economy.
Why people check Caracas time
Common reasons to track the current time in Caracas.
PDVSA & oil sector
Venezuela has the world's largest proven oil reserves; energy traders globally track VET for PDVSA output data.
Currency & black market
Venezuela's complex exchange-rate environment is monitored by economists worldwide on VET schedules.
Simón Bolívar Airport
CCS connects Caracas to Latin America, Europe, and North America; travellers track VET for departure windows.
Angel Falls tourism
Angel Falls in Venezuela's interior is a bucket-list destination; tour departures from Caracas are timed in VET.
Caracas Time — FAQ
What time zone is Caracas in?
Caracas uses VET (UTC−4) year-round. Venezuela does not observe daylight saving time.
Why did Venezuela change its time zone?
In 2007 Venezuela moved to UTC−4:30 and reverted to UTC−4 in 2016, citing energy-saving and political reasons.
How far behind London is Caracas?
Caracas is 4 hours behind London in winter (GMT) and 5 hours behind when London is on BST.
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