Travelling from Lima Airport (LIM) to Guayaquil Airport (GYE): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 15 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Lima Airport to Guayaquil Airport.
Guayaquil's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Lima.
Each week, there are 14 Lima Airport to Guayaquil Airport flights. If you'd like to jet off early, go for the 08:50 LATAM Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the latest flight is at 12:00 with LATAM Airlines.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your LIM to GYE flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Travelling to Guayaquil (and then exploring more of Ecuador!) is easy with LATAM Airlines. This popular airline offers direct flights from Lima Airport to Guayaquil Airport.
LATAM Airlines is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
LATAM Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering LIM to GYE flights. An impressive 85.83% of its departures on this route land as scheduled.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Lima Airport to Guayaquil Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between LIM and GYE include:
Bogota Airport
Panama City Tocumen International Airport
Mariscal Sucre Quito International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lima Airport (LIM) to Guayaquil Airport (GYE)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Lima Airport to Guayaquil Airport flight is $221. A return fare right now is $489. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To score cheap tickets from LIM to GYE, reserve your trip one month before your departure.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Lima Airport to Guayaquil Airport. If you'd like to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from LIM to GYE by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Lima Airport to Guayaquil Airport.
Handy information about Lima Airport (LIM)
Lima Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 82% of flights that depart LIM land on time.
To reach Lima Airport from central Lima, it'll take around 30 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of around 50 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel near LIM? If you've booked an early flight from Lima Airport to Guayaquil Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Guayaquil Airport (GYE)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Lima Airport to Guayaquil Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near GYE instead:
Grab a Guayaquil Airport rental car and explore Guayaquil and beyond with your own wheels. Europcar, Keddy By Europcar and Goldcar are popular providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Guayaquil Airport about four weeks ahead of your trip.
When to fly to Guayaquil Airport (GYE)
The quietest month for a flight from Lima Airport to Guayaquil Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Guayaquil based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from Lima Airport to Guayaquil Airport for November if you want to explore Guayaquil during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LIM to GYE in August. Average temperatures are between 19ºC (66ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) then.
Explore more of Ecuador
You've seen Guayaquil, now it's time to explore more of Ecuador. Travel around 274 kilometres north-east to Quito to tick off its leading sights. From Quito Historic Centre to Catedral Metropolitana de Quito and Camino de los Incas, your itinerary will be busy.
If you want to check out another great destination in Ecuador, consider Cuenca, roughly 129 kilometres south-east of Guayaquil. Inca Ruins, New Cathedral (Catedral de la Immaculada) and Old Cathedral of Cuenca are among the biggest draws.