Travelling from New York to La Aurora International Airport (GUA): What you need to know
You can choose from a few airports when planning your flight from New York to La Aurora International Airport (GUA). Explore your options for jetting out of John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA).
Around 5 hours is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct New York to La Aurora International Airport flight.
Guatemala City is two hours behind New York. La Aurora International Airport is located in Guatemala City, which follows the UTC-6 timezone.
Choose from 10 direct services each week between John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and La Aurora International Airport (GUA). This is the most popular route, with AVIANCA offering a 2:55am departure from JFK to GUA.
To ensure you get on your flight from New York to GUA, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During high season, expect longer wait times and arrive earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international trips.
Airports in New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
You can find a direct flight from New York to La Aurora International Airport (GUA) leaving from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK).
When taking off from JFK, you can catch a direct flight from New York to La Aurora International Airport with JetBlue Airways.
JetBlue Airways is the most frequently chosen airline for flights from JFK to GUA.
AVIANCA is the most punctual carrier operating on this route, with 78.85% of its services arriving as planned.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even explore another city. When browsing cheap flights from New York to GUA leaving from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Here's where you could connect through:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
El Salvador International Airport (SAL)
The journey from central New York to JFK takes around 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a convenient hotel near John F. Kennedy International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from New York to La Aurora International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
74.1% of flights that leave from John F. Kennedy International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
The address for JFK is JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Consider beginning your travels from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). You can book a direct New York to La Aurora International Airport (GUA) flight ticket from this hub.
From EWR, direct flights from New York to GUA can be booked with United Airlines.
United Airlines is the top choice for passengers flying from EWR to GUA.
Flights between Newark Liberty International Airport and La Aurora International Airport see fewer delays with United Airlines compared to other carriers.
Tick a new place off your list or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from New York to La Aurora International Airport, check out these options when departing from Newark Liberty International Airport:
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
You can get to EWR from the centre of New York in approximately 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to travel the 24 kilometres or so.
Catching the earliest flight? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Newark Liberty International Airport the day before your New York to GUA flight:
73.3% of flights out of Newark Liberty International Airport arrive according to schedule.
You'll find EWR at Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Book a flight ticket from New York to La Aurora International Airport (GUA) departing from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) with a stop or two. Some popular stopovers between LGA and GUA are:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
From the centre of New York, LGA is around 18 kilometres away. It takes roughly 25 minutes to get to the airport by car and 1 hour or so if you take public transport.
Make catching an early New York to La Aurora International Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Stay at one of these hotels near LaGuardia Airport and get to your gate with time to spare:
With 80.0% of its departing flights arriving on time, LGA is a reliable starting point for any journey.
You'll find LaGuardia Airport at Hangar 7 Centre.
About La Aurora International Airport (GUA)
If you're coming in on a late flight from New York to La Aurora International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these 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.
Booking your vehicle around one week in advance of your New York to La Aurora International Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to La Aurora International Airport (GUA)
Right now, $79 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to La Aurora International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $173. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from New York to GUA if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
Affordable New York to La Aurora International Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across each month and then choose the cheapest day.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a new deal shows up on flight tickets from New York to GUA.
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The best time to fly from New York to La Aurora International Airport (GUA)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from New York to La Aurora International Airport (GUA). July is when most people travel to Guatemala City. If you like your getaways a little more chill, head there in May.
Before locking in your New York to GUA flight ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. April is the warmest month in Guatemala City, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
January sees temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Look for cheap tickets from New York to La Aurora International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Guatemala City
After booking your flight from New York to La Aurora International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Guatemala City:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Volcan de Fuego, National Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology and GO2GUATE Montaña y Aventura are essential stops on your Guatemala City itinerary.
Explore more of Guatemala
Guatemala City is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Guatemala waiting to be explored. About 113 kilometres west of Guatemala City, a trip to Quetzaltenango will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Mirador De La Virgen, Paseo La Luna and a Simón Bolívar Park.
Huehuetenango is another sought-after destination in Guatemala and is around 129 kilometres north-west of Guatemala City. No trip is complete without visiting Ruinas de Zaculeu, Ruinas and Zaculeu Capilla Huehuetenango.