Travelling from Brussels to La Aurora International Airport (GUA): What you need to know
Brussels is home to two main airports where you can start your adventure. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Brussels to La Aurora International Airport (GUA) departing from Brussels Airport (BRU) or Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL).
The timezone in Guatemala City is UTC-6, which is seven hours behind Brussels. La Aurora International Airport is located in Guatemala City.
Leave enough time to catch your flight from Brussels to GUA. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so show up even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to keep to your schedule.
Airports in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Brussels to GUA. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Brussels Airport (BRU). Make a stop (and maybe make your fare cheaper) by passing through one of these airports:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
BRU is around 14 kilometres from central Brussels. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 40 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your holiday? Stay near Brussels Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Brussels to La Aurora International Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels are just the thing:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Brussels Airport, 71.97% of flights complete their journey on time.
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Break up your flight from Brussels to La Aurora International Airport with a stop at Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD). One of the main stopovers between Brussels S. Charleroi Airport and GUA, it's a good opportunity to unwind before the next leg of your journey.
You can get to CRL from central Brussels in approximately 55 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 35 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Brussels to GUA flight? Relax in a hotel near Brussels S. Charleroi Airport before your holiday officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport has an on-time performance rate of 71.71%. This figure shows how often flights that take off from this airport arrive on schedule.
About La Aurora International Airport (GUA)
Have a late flight from Brussels to La Aurora International Airport? Don't let it stretch your travel day into tomorrow. Stay at one of these hotels near GUA and hit the lights earlier:
Grab a La Aurora International Airport rental car and explore Guatemala City and beyond with your own wheels. Ace Rent a Car, Europcar and Avis are well-known companies you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle around one week ahead of your Brussels to La Aurora International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels to La Aurora International Airport (GUA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Brussels to La Aurora International Airport is RM1,922. For a return flight on this route, the best price is RM2,429. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Brussels to GUA if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when searching for your Brussels to La Aurora International Airport ticket.
Finding a cheap plane ticket from Brussels to GUA is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when there's a price drop.
Filters make it easier to track down a bargain for your flight from Brussels to La Aurora International Airport. Choose the departure times, carriers and stops that work for you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the lowest price right away.
The best time to fly from Brussels to La Aurora International Airport (GUA)
July is when most people book flights from Brussels to La Aurora International Airport (GUA). Visit Guatemala City in May for a quieter experience.
The warmest month in Guatemala City is April, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your Brussels to GUA plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Search for cheap tickets from Brussels to La Aurora International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
More about Guatemala City
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Guatemala City right here. Check out these options once you've booked your flight from Brussels to La Aurora International Airport:
You'll find plenty of things to do in Guatemala City when you're ready to sightsee. Head straight for Volcan de Fuego followed by National Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology and GO2GUATE Montaña y Aventura.
Explore more of Guatemala
You've done Guatemala City, now it's time to discover other corners of Guatemala. Journey around 113 kilometres west to Quetzaltenango to tick off its leading sights. From Mirador De La Virgen to Paseo La Luna and a Simón Bolívar Park, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Huehuetenango is another favourite destination in Guatemala and is around 129 kilometres north-west of Guatemala City. No journey is complete without dropping by Ruinas de Zaculeu, Ruinas and Zaculeu Capilla Huehuetenango.