How to find cheap flights to La Aurora International Airport (GUA)
RM5,862 is currently the cheapest price for a return flight to La Aurora International Airport. For a one-way plane ticket to GUA, the lowest fare is RM2,787.
Book when the time is right with Price Alerts. You'll receive an email or a notification through the app if the price of tickets to GUA rises or falls.
Don't put things off until the last minute. You're more likely to secure the lowest price on tickets to Guatemala City, where La Aurora International Airport is located, if you book as early as possible. Airlines generally offer some great early bird discounts.
Click on 'Add nearby airports' during your search for a better chance of scoring cheap flights to Guatemala City. This will give you more options for where you begin and end your journey, along with different fares.
Think about taking a flight with a stop, as indirect routes are usually cheaper. Simply uncheck the 'Direct flights' box when searching for your plane tickets to La Aurora International Airport.
Best time to go to Guatemala City
The cheapest month to take off on a flight to Guatemala City is typically May.
Make use of the 'Whole month' tool if your travel dates are flexible. Browse fares for an entire month and find a flight to GUA that suits your budget and schedule.
Travel to Guatemala City in July if you'd like to be there when it's busy. This is the most popular month for flights to GUA, but also when fares are typically more expensive.
Travel in May if you'd prefer to avoid the crowds. This is the quietest time of the year and also when plane tickets to Guatemala City are typically cheaper.
Check the weather conditions before you go. April brings the warmest days in Guatemala City, averaging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
Ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF), January has the lowest temperatures.
With one day of rain on average, January is the driest month in Guatemala City.
The wettest time of year is June. Travel then and you'll likely get around 26 days of rainfall.
Travelling to La Aurora International Airport (GUA): What you need to know
Get to Guatemala City in a single journey. These are some of the leading airlines that offer direct flights to La Aurora International Airport:
Consider booking your GUA plane ticket with Copa. It's the carrier with the strongest punctuality record, with up to 92% of flights to this hub arriving when expected.
The local timezone at GUA is UTC-6.
Whether you're coming in late or just want the convenience of staying close by, you'll find some great hotels near La Aurora International Airport. Kick back at one of these after your flight to GUA:
You can secure a car hire in GUA with trusted providers like Ace Rent a Car, Europcar and Avis. Hop in and get ready to discover Guatemala City and beyond.
Whether you're making your connecting flight or flying home from La Aurora International Airport, there's a good chance you'll arrive on time. GUA has a solid track record for punctuality, with up to 84% of all departing flights landing when they're supposed to.
Getting to central Guatemala City from La Aurora International Airport (GUA)
GUA is located about 8 kilometres from central Guatemala City.
You'll get to the centre in around 20 minutes if you're taking a cab or a ride-share after your flight to GUA.
The right hotel can make your trip even better. Grab a room at one of these guest-approved picks in Guatemala City:
Guatemala City highlights
Put these leading attractions on your itinerary after hopping off your flight to Guatemala City:
Volcan de Fuego: Around 5 kilometres east of the centre in Zona 17, this landmark is the perfect opening act for your trip.
Manuel Ayau Garden: Head to this park when you're ready to slow things down in Guatemala City. It's roughly 5 kilometres south of the centre in Zona 10.
GO2GUATE Montaña y Aventura: Take on this landmark next. About 8 kilometres south-west of the city centre in Zone 11, it's also worth a visit to get the full Guatemala City experience.
How to get to Villa Canales from La Aurora International Airport (GUA)
GUA is a gateway to the nearby city of Villa Canales, which is around 11 kilometres away. The easiest way to reach the centre will come down to when you're travelling, so check your options first.
Travelling from La Aurora International Airport (GUA) to Escuintla
If Escuintla is where your trip takes you, it's about 40 kilometres from La Aurora International Airport.
Getting there by car takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
Explore more of Guatemala
There are plenty more places you'll want to see in Guatemala, starting with Mixco. Adventure Mountain, Vistas del Quetzal Park and Las Fuentes Ecological Park are must-visits in this city, which is about 10 kilometres north-west of Guatemala City.
Villa Nueva is another standout destination in Guatemala and is roughly 8 kilometres south-west of Guatemala City. Set your sights on top attractions like Reserva El Filón, Capilla Señor de Esquipulas. And Parque.
Or head for Quetzaltenango, about 113 kilometres west of Guatemala City. Mirador De La Virgen, Parque Centroamérica and a Simón Bolívar Park are just the start of the reasons to visit.
