Planning hackTravel in shoulder season
The weeks just before or after peak season bring lower prices, fewer crowds and usually good weather.
✈️ Cheap flights to Guatemala
Compare fares to Guatemala from hundreds of airlines and travel sites – fly into La Aurora Intl (GUA). Find the best time to fly, flight times from major cities and every airport.
🔥 Cheapest flights to Guatemala right now
🛬 Airports in Guatemala
| Code | Airport | City | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| GUA | La Aurora Intl | Guatemala City | Main |
| RER | Retalhuleu | Retalhuleu | Regional |
| PBR | Puerto Barrios | Puerto Barrios | Regional |
| FRS | Mundo Maya Intl | San Benito | Regional |
La Aurora International Airport in Guatemala City is the main gateway, with some flights to Mundo Maya Airport near Flores; land borders connect with Mexico, Belize, Honduras and El Salvador.
📅 Best time to fly to Guatemala
Best: November to April is the dry season, with sunny days ideal for volcano hikes, ruins and lake views.
Cheaper shoulder season: May and October bring occasional showers, greener landscapes and fewer visitors.
Avoid: June to September is the rainy season with heavy afternoon downpours and possible landslides on mountain roads.
Weather by month in Guatemala City
- 24°Jan☀️
- 25°Feb☀️
- 27°Mar☀️
- 28°Apr⛅
- 27°May🌧
- 25°Jun🌧
- 25°Jul🌧
- 25°Aug🌧
- 24°Sep🌧
- 24°Oct🌧
- 24°Nov⛅
- 23°Dec☀️
Average daytime highs (°C) and how rainy each month is.
⏱️ Flight times to Guatemala
| Route | Distance | Flight time (nonstop) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| London → Guatemala City | 8,750 km | 11 h 15 min | |
| New York → Guatemala City | 3,321 km | 4 h 40 min | |
| Los Angeles → Guatemala City | 3,531 km | 4 h 55 min | |
| Chicago → Guatemala City | 3,057 km | 4 h 20 min | |
| Miami → Guatemala City | 1,640 km | 2 h 40 min | |
| San Francisco → Guatemala City | 4,048 km | 5 h 35 min | |
| Toronto → Guatemala City | 3,397 km | 4 h 45 min | |
| Paris → Guatemala City | 9,010 km | 11 h 30 min | |
| Frankfurt → Guatemala City | 9,403 km | 12 h 00 min | |
| Dubai → Guatemala City | 14,246 km | 17 h 50 min* | |
| Delhi → Guatemala City | 15,036 km | 18 h 45 min* | |
| Mumbai → Guatemala City | 15,853 km | 19 h 45 min* | |
| Singapore → Guatemala City | 17,628 km | 21 h 55 min* | |
| Sydney → Guatemala City | 13,499 km | 16 h 55 min* |
Flight times are estimates for a nonstop flight; with a connection allow 2–5 hours more. * Very long routes usually need a stop.
📍 Where to go in Guatemala
- Antigua Guatemala – A UNESCO-listed colonial gem with volcano views, cafés and Semana Santa processions.
- Lake Atitlán – Often called one of the world's most beautiful lakes, surrounded by volcanoes and Maya towns.
- Tikal National Park – Towering temples and plazas in jungle full of howler monkeys, toucans and coatis.
- Flores – A colourful island town on Lake Petén Itzá and the base for visiting Tikal.
- Semuc Champey – Stunning turquoise pools in a remote valley, plus caves to explore by candlelight.
- Chichicastenango – A highland town famous for its market and the blend of Maya and Catholic rituals at its church.
💡 Flight hacks
Planning hackSlow down to save
Staying longer in fewer places cuts transport costs and unlocks weekly discounts on stays.
Flights hackSet price alerts, then wait
Turn on fare alerts for your route instead of checking every day – prices move up and down, alerts catch the dips.
Flights to Guatemala: questions
What is the main airport in Guatemala?
The main international airport is La Aurora Intl (GUA) in Guatemala City. Other airports with scheduled flights include Retalhuleu (RER), Puerto Barrios (PBR), San Benito (FRS).
How long is the flight from London to Guatemala?
A nonstop flight from London to Guatemala City covers about 8,750 km and takes around 11 h 15 min. With a connection, plan for a few extra hours.
When is the best time to fly to Guatemala?
November to April is the dry season, with sunny days ideal for volcano hikes, ruins and lake views.
When is the cheapest time to fly to Guatemala?
Fares are usually lowest outside the peak season. Good-value months: May and October bring occasional showers, greener landscapes and fewer visitors.
Do I need a visa to fly to Guatemala?
It depends on your passport. See our Guatemala visa & entry guide for the rules, then check with the official embassy before you book.
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