Guayaquil Flight Tips

   Top Airlines That Fly To Guayaquil

Book cheap plane tickets to Guayaquil.  Jetsetz is an airline consolidator that specializes in cheap flights to Guayaquil. As a consolidator, Jetsetz compares top airlines & travel websites to find the cheapest flights to Guayaquil.  Some of the top airlines that fly to Guayaquil are: Latam Ecuador, COPA, Avianca, Aeromexico, United Airlines, Delta Air Lines and American Airlines to name a few.  Most of these airlines offer cheap non-stop flights to Guayaquil as well as direct flights to Guayaquil through various airports located in the United States, Canada, Mexico and Central America.  Jetsetz also works with international airlines that offer cheap one-way flights to Guayaquil.

   Guayaquil International  Airport (GYE)

The best way to find cheap flights to Guayaquil is to book your flights to the Guayaquil International Airport (GYE).  The Gauyaquil International Airport is the 2nd largest airport in the Ecuador and is one of the best airports to search for cheap flights to Guayaquil.  If you are searching for flights to the Guayaquil Airport, please enter the airport code GYE into the arrival city search box. This will narrow your flight search to the Guayaquil International Airport. For more information on the Guayaquil international Airport, please visit the Airport Transportation section below.

   Best Time To Fly To Guayaquil

As Guayaquil is located south of the equator, the best time to fly to Guayaquil is between the months of April – May.  This is the prime time to travel to Guayaquil as the weather is cooler, and the prices for flights are cheaper than the peak spring & summer travel season.  July - September is winter in Guayaquil (the low season) with the best prices on flights to Guayaquil.  August is the cheapest month to fly to Guayaquil.  Summer and spring is the peak travel season, with the most expensive prices on flights to Guayaquil.  If you are planning to fly during these busy times, be sure to book your flight at least 60 days prior to your departure date to get the cheapest fare.

   Cheap Flights From Guayaquil

The Guayaquil International Airport’s central location between South America and Central America make it a great hub for those looking for cheap flights from Ecuador and Central America.  There are numerous international airlines that offer cheap flights from the Guayaquil International Airport (GYE).  Most flights departing Guayaquil are handled by Avianca, Tame and LATAM airlines.  To catch your flight from the Guayaquil International Airport, you will need to move from the International terminal to the Domestic terminal. Depending on where you are in the terminal, you also may need to check your bag through customs and security, so be sure to give yourself at least 2 hours to connect to your domestic flight within the airport.

   Guayaquil Airport Transportation

If you choose to fly into the Guayaquil International Airport, you will need to work out your ground transportation.  The Guayaquil International Airport is located about 8 km north-east of Guayaquil's city center.  The best way to travel from the Guayaquil International Airport to the Guayaquil city center is to take a taxi.  Taxis take about 15 minutes (depending on traffic) to travel from the Airport to Guayaquil.  The public transportation system in general, is great in Guayaquil.  You can get anywhere by taxi or bus once you arrive in the city center.  If you are planning on traveling to other cities within Ecuador, you will probably want to hire a rental car.  You can either rent a car at the Guayaquil International Airport or take public transportation into the city center and rent a car at one of the rental car offices located throughout Guayaquil. 

   Top Things To Do In Guayaquil

Travelers will discover many interesting sites to explore in Guayaquil.  Start your day at the new Malecon 2000 (Simon Bolivar promenade) a lively pedestrian walkway along the Guayas River.  Grab a bite, coffee or a glass of wine in one of the trendy cafes, bars or restaurants located along the river.  Just below Santa Ana is Guayaquill’s oldest and most picturesque, bohemian neighborhood, La Pena’s.  Travelers walking through this colorful neighborhood will be greeted with brightly painted colonial houses turned into art galleries, cafes and trendy restaurants.  From there be sure to climb the 444 stairs to the Cerro Santa Ana Lighthouse for a panoramic view of the city. When you are  in the downtown area of Guayaquil, spend time in the green belt area, Parque Bolivar, home to the Parque de las Iguana.  Just outside the park lies the lovely City Cathedral.  For a fun day, spend an afternoon exploreing the mangroves in the Isla Santay National Recreation area.  There is a large variety of activities to enjoy in this area including cycling, paddleboarding or sea kayaking.  If you would rather relax, take a sunset dinner cruise on the Guayas River.