Flying from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to La Aurora International Airport (GUA): what you need to know
Around 3 hours is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Orlando International Airport to La Aurora International Airport.
Guatemala City's timezone is UTC-6, which makes Guatemala City two hours behind Orlando.
To ensure you get on your MCO to GUA flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Spirit Airlines offers direct flights from Orlando International Airport to La Aurora International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Guatemala City — and maybe even more of Guatemala if time allows.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with Spirit Airlines on this route.
Spirit Airlines is the most punctual carrier that operates MCO to GUA flights, with 66.1% of its services arriving on schedule.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Orlando International Airport to La Aurora International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Stopovers between MCO and GUA include:
El Salvador International Airport
Miami International Airport
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to La Aurora International Airport (GUA)
$85 is the best price for a one-way Orlando International Airport to La Aurora International Airport flight. A return flight starts at $242. These prices may change based on demand.
Book six months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from MCO to GUA.
The cheapest month for flights from Orlando International Airport to La Aurora International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
Snapping up cheap flights from MCO to GUA is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Orlando International Airport to La Aurora International Airport.
Handy information about Orlando International Airport (MCO)
You'll find MCO at One Airport Boulevard.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Orlando International Airport, 78.28% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Orlando International Airport from central Orlando, it takes around 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Booked an early flight from Orlando International Airport to La Aurora International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near MCO:
Arriving at La Aurora International Airport (GUA)
If you're coming in on a late Orlando International Airport to La Aurora International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these accommodation options near GUA:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a La Aurora International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Ace Rent a Car, Europcar or Avis and experience the lesser-explored corners of Guatemala City and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from La Aurora International Airport about one week in advance.
Getting from La Aurora International Airport (GUA) to central Guatemala City
From La Aurora International Airport, Guatemala City is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
When to fly to La Aurora International Airport (GUA)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Orlando International Airport to La Aurora International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Guatemala City. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in May.
Before locking in your flight from Orlando International Airport to La Aurora International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Guatemala City, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MCO to GUA in January. Temperatures average between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) then.
Explore more of Guatemala
Mixco is just one of the many places in Guatemala waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Guatemala City. Around 11 kilometres away to the west, its best attractions include Municipal Salayá Ecological Park, Las Fuentes Ecological Park and San José Buena Vista.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in Guatemala, consider Villa Nueva, about 14 kilometres south-west of Guatemala City. Andana Park, Residenciales Llano Alto 3 Park and Boulevard Los Reformadores are key highlights.