Flying from Guatemala City Airport (GUA) to La Paz Airport (LPB): what you need to know
La Paz's timezone is UTC-4, making La Paz two hours ahead of Guatemala City.
Give yourself enough time to catch your GUA to LPB flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Choose a stopover if you want to break up your flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options for tickets from Guatemala City Airport to La Paz Airport. Bogota Airport is a top stopover on the GUA to LPB route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Guatemala City Airport (GUA) to La Paz Airport (LPB)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Guatemala City Airport to La Paz Airport flight is Rs115,252. A round-trip ticket is currently Rs210,793. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To score cheap tickets from GUA to LPB, book in advance. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Guatemala City Airport to La Paz Airport across the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
Snapping up cheap flights from GUA to LPB is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when fares go down.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Guatemala City Airport to La Paz Airport.
Handy information about Guatemala City Airport (GUA)
Guatemala City Airport maintains a solid on-time performance, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from GUA make it to their destination as scheduled 88% of the time.
Central Guatemala City to Guatemala City Airport is approximately 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
Expect a trip time of about 35 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel near GUA? If you're boarding an early flight from Guatemala City Airport to La Paz Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at La Paz Airport (LPB)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Guatemala City Airport to La Paz Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near LPB instead:
Grab the keys to a La Paz Airport rental car from leading providers like Europcar or Keddy By Europcar. With your own wheels, you can venture beyond La Paz and explore places that don't always get the spotlight.
Reserving your vehicle from La Paz Airport around two weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from La Paz Airport (LPB) to central La Paz
La Paz Airport is roughly 14 kilometres from the centre of La Paz. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.
It'll take around 45 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to La Paz Airport (LPB)
The quietest month for a flight from Guatemala City Airport to La Paz Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit La Paz based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from Guatemala City Airport to La Paz Airport for November if you'd like to visit La Paz during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 2ºC and 15ºC.
July sees average temperatures of between 0ºC and 15ºC. Search for cheap tickets from GUA to LPB around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Bolivia
La Paz has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Bolivia waiting to be discovered. Around 241 kilometres south-east of La Paz, a visit to Cochabamba will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Ecoturistico Pairumani Park, Iglesia de la Compañía de Jesús and Iglesia de la Recoleta.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in Bolivia, head for Sucre, about 434 kilometres south-east of La Paz. La Recoleta, Simon Bolivar Park and Dinosaur Tracks (Cal Orck'o) are among the biggest draws.
