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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Guayaquil to Cuenca flights are currently cheapest in October.

Direct flights from Guayaquil to Cuenca

Guayaquil to Cuenca: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Guayaquil to Cuenca below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Cuenca.

Guayaquil to Cuenca: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs16,857
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time47 mins
Most popular airlineLATAM Airlines
Average flights per week10

Finding cheap flights from Guayaquil to Cuenca: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Guayaquil to Cuenca is Rs32,284. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
47 minutes is the average flight time from Guayaquil to Cuenca.
LATAM Airlines and LATAM Airlines Ecuador fly direct from Guayaquil to Cuenca.
As of September 2025, there are 10 flights per week flying from Guayaquil to Cuenca.
The cheapest month to fly from Guayaquil to Cuenca is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Guayaquil Airport to Cuenca Airport on Thursday, 2 October 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 47 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Cuenca but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Cuenca is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, LATAM Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Cuenca.

Travelling from Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE) to Mariscal Lamar International Airport (CUE): what you need to know

  • Around 45 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport to Mariscal Lamar International Airport.

  • Every week, there are 21 Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport to Mariscal Lamar International Airport flights. If you want to take off as early as possible, pick the 06:00 LATAM Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the last flight is at 18:35 with LATAM Airlines.

  • To ensure you get on your GYE to CUE flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.

  • Flying into Cuenca (and then discovering more of Ecuador!) is a snap with LATAM Airlines. This popular airline has direct flights from Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport to Mariscal Lamar International Airport.

  • The airline most travellers fly with on this route is LATAM Airlines.

  • LATAM Airlines ranks as the leading on-time carrier for GYE to CUE flights, with 86.05% of services arriving as scheduled.

  • Pick a stopover if you'd like to break up your flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to look at your options for tickets from Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport to Mariscal Lamar International Airport. Mariscal Sucre International Airport is a top stopover on the GYE to CUE route.

How to find the cheapest flights from Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE) to Mariscal Lamar International Airport (CUE)

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport to Mariscal Lamar International Airport flight is Rs16,857. A round-trip fare right now is Rs32,284. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.

  • To score cheap tickets from GYE to CUE, reserve your trip six months before your departure date.

  • Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport to Mariscal Lamar International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across each month.

  • Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from GYE to CUE by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.

  • Find the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport to Mariscal Lamar International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE)

  • 89.07% of flights departing from Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport touch down at their destination according to schedule. With its strong performance rating, you're unlikely to experience delays when jetting out of GYE.

  • Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport is around 6 kilometres from central Guayaquil. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • The trip on public transport takes roughly 20 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport to Mariscal Lamar International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near GYE:

Arriving at Mariscal Lamar International Airport (CUE)

  • Reserve a hotel close to CUE if you're on a late Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport to Mariscal Lamar International Airport flight. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:

  • Grab a Mariscal Lamar International Airport rental car and discover Cuenca and beyond with your own wheels. Europcar, Keddy By Europcar and Sixt are top outlets you can book with here.

  • Booking your ride from Mariscal Lamar International Airport about two weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.

Getting from Mariscal Lamar International Airport (CUE) to central Cuenca

  • Mariscal Lamar International Airport is roughly 3 kilometres from central Cuenca. Driving there takes about 10 minutes.

  • Getting to the centre on public transport takes roughly 20 minutes.

When to fly to Mariscal Lamar International Airport (CUE)

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport to Mariscal Lamar International Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Cuenca in April.

  • The warmest month in Cuenca is November, with the temperature ranging between 8ºC and 19ºC. Lock in your flights from Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport to Mariscal Lamar International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • Look for cheap tickets from GYE to CUE in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC and 15ºC on average.

Explore more of Ecuador

  • You've visited Cuenca, now it's time to discover other corners of Ecuador. Journey about 129 kilometres north-west to Guayaquil to check off its top sights. From Malecon 2000 to Las Penas and Parque Historico Guayaquil, there's plenty to keep you on the go.

  • Around 306 kilometres north of Cuenca, Quito is another favourite stop in Ecuador. Experience major highlights starting with Quito Old Town, Basilica del Voto Nacional and El Panecillo.

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