I’ve visited Venezuela many times and although the airport was remodeled it is still one big headache. It is difficult to even begin! Complications when arriving: the lines for immigration can be long. However, since baggage takes so long to be delivered it’s not that big of a hassle. Every passenger is screened for customs and I’ve seen how passengers are harassed. As soon as you exit you are hounded by people trying to offer you taxis or money exchange. Venezuela has the highest crime record of the Americas so obviously if you don’t have a trusted driver pick you up you’re gambling with your life. It’s the only airport in the world where only approved taxis can stop to pick up passengers. If someone wants to pick you up you are forced to walk a great distance. If you are connecting you have to walk in the humid heat (and possibly rain) to the domestic airport where service is even worse. Complications when trying to leave: just to get to a check in counter you have to get through military who treat you like a criminal. Because of exchange controls many taxes have to be paid on-site and cannot be included in the tickets. There is a military security (I think they check for drugs) and THEN there is airport security. Of course, it is rare that they have more than two points open at a time and the lines can get long. Immigration can be very slow – again, usually understaffed despite the huge remodeled space. I have to admit that since they remodeled the airport it’s a lot better than before… but still, the organization, lines, delays, lack of information and general disorder is still there. By the way, there is a nice Eurobuilding hotel nearby.