Travelling from Guatemala City La Aurora Interantional Airport (GUA) to Tampa: what you need to know
Guatemala City La Aurora Interantional Airport is located in Guatemala City. Following the UTC-5 timezone, Tampa is one hour ahead of Guatemala City.
To avoid rushing for your GUA to Tampa flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as January, it's wise to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper plane ticket from GUA to Tampa. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Give yourself a breather (and maybe even a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
Located around 6 kilometres from the centre of Guatemala City, GUA can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Searching for a hotel close to GUA? If you've booked an early flight from Guatemala City La Aurora Interantional Airport to Tampa, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
88% of flights leaving Guatemala City La Aurora Interantional Airport reach their destination on time. Given its strong on-time stats, you're unlikely to experience delays when taking off from GUA.
How to find the cheapest flights from Guatemala City La Aurora Interantional Airport (GUA) to Tampa
The best price we've seen for a one-way Guatemala City La Aurora Interantional Airport to Tampa flight is $282. The cheapest price for a return flight is $494. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to securing a cheap flight from GUA to Tampa. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
If you have flexibility with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price across each month when searching for your Guatemala City La Aurora Interantional Airport to Tampa ticket.
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Airports in Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Tampa International Airport (TPA) to the centre of Tampa takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 11 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 35 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Guatemala City La Aurora Interantional Airport to Tampa, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near TPA:
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Tampa International Airport around one week before your flight from GUA to Tampa.
The address for TPA is 5507 West Spruce Street.
St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
Central Tampa is around 32 kilometres from St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE). After your flight from Guatemala City La Aurora Interantional Airport to Tampa has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 35 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre takes 1 hour 30 minutes or so.
Following your GUA to Tampa flight, rest your head at a hotel close to PIE. These are some comfortable options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Pick the vehicle you actually want, not just what's available, by securing your ride from PIE ahead of your arrival. You'll also avoid paying more than you have to, especially during busy airport times.
You'll find St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport at Suite 221 - Terminal Building.
Best time to go to Tampa
December is the quietest month for flights from Guatemala City La Aurora Interantional Airport to Tampa, while March is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Tampa based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a Guatemala City La Aurora Interantional Airport to Tampa plane ticket with a departure in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from GUA to Tampa in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) on average.
More about Tampa
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Tampa right here. Explore these options once you've locked in your flight from Guatemala City La Aurora Interantional Airport to Tampa:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. The Florida Aquarium, Busch Gardens Tampa and ZooTampa at Lowry Park are highlights which should be on any well-planned Tampa itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Jacksonville is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered after you've seen Tampa. Around 274 kilometres away to the north, well-known attractions include St. John's Cathedral, Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville and The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in the United States, head for Miami, roughly 338 kilometres southeast of Tampa. Beach, Ocean Drive and Port of Miami are key highlights.
