Flying from Chicago to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE): what you need to know
Start your holiday planning by considering where you'll catch your flight from Chicago to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE). O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) are Chicago's main airports.
Guayaquil's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Chicago. Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport is located in Guayaquil.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Chicago to GYE. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
If you're going away during a peak month like August, get to the airport even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Security lines will be longer during high seasons like summer, Christmas and New Year.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save money on your flight from Chicago to GYE. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Take a pause at one of these airports:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
From the centre of Chicago, ORD is around 40 kilometres away. Visit the official airport website or use navigation apps to find the best way to reach the terminal.
Have an early flight from Chicago to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels near O'Hare International Airport:
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Break up your flight from Chicago to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick a new place off your list. Some top stopovers between Chicago Midway International Airport and GYE include:
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
You can reach MDW from the centre of Chicago in approximately 21 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey by public transport takes roughly 46 minutes to cover the 19 kilometres or so.
You're going on holiday, so why not book another night away? Consider checking in to one of these accommodation options near Chicago Midway International Airport the day before your flight from Chicago to GYE:
About Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE)
If you have a late flight from Chicago to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near GYE:
Getting from Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE) to central Guayaquil
Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport is approximately 6 kilometres from the centre of Guayaquil. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 10 minutes.
It takes around 20 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport is $263. The cheapest price for a return flight is $597. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
We suggest booking as early as possible to lock in flight tickets from Chicago to GYE. You're more likely to snag a great deal and enjoy a larger selection of flight times and travel dates.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price in every month when searching for your ticket from Chicago to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Chicago to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport. August is the most popular month for a trip to Guayaquil. If you like a more relaxed atmosphere, go in April.
Think about the kind of weather that'll work with your plans for Guayaquil. November is known as the warmest month. Lock in your flights from Chicago to GYE sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 19ºC and 33ºC.
Travel in August if you want to explore when it's cooler. Temperatures average between 19ºC and 31ºC. However, this city promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Chicago to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport.
More about Guayaquil
After locking in your flight from Chicago to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Guayaquil:
Malecon 2000 and Las Penas are just a couple of the major attractions to add to your Guayaquil travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Parque Historico Guayaquil.
Complete your Guayaquil trip with a car rental
After you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Chicago to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport, the next step is choosing one of our car rentals in Guayaquil. Browse the exclusive deals and easily compare options on price, pick-up convenience, and more.
