Flying from Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) to Guatemala City Airport (GUA): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Guatemala City Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 4 hours 25 minutes.
Guatemala City's timezone is UTC-6, making Guatemala City one hour behind Washington DC.
Flights from IAD to GUA start at 01:30 — the earliest with AVIANCA. The last departure is at 17:47 with United Airlines. In total, you can take your pick of eight weekly Washington Dulles Airport to Guatemala City Airport flights.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your IAD to GUA flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
Avianca offers direct flights from Washington Dulles Airport to Guatemala City Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Guatemala City — and maybe even more of Guatemala if your schedule allows.
Avianca is the top choice for travellers on this route.
Avianca is the most punctual carrier that offers IAD to GUA flights. A reliable 97.5% of its services on this route land on time.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Washington Dulles Airport to Guatemala City Airport. These are the top stopovers between IAD and GUA:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Cancun Airport
San Salvador Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) to Guatemala City Airport (GUA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Washington Dulles Airport to Guatemala City Airport flight is Rs50,840. A round-trip plane ticket right now is Rs119,832. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from IAD to GUA. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Washington Dulles Airport to Guatemala City Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about Washington Dulles Airport (IAD)
IAD is located at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Of the flights that depart from Washington Dulles Airport, 77% arrive on time at their destination.
To reach Washington Dulles Airport from central Washington DC, it'll take around 45 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of about 1 hour 10 minutes when using public transport.
Taking an early flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Guatemala City Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to IAD:
Arriving at Guatemala City Airport (GUA)
If you're arriving on a late Washington Dulles Airport to Guatemala City Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near GUA:
Grab a Guatemala City Airport rental car and discover Guatemala City and beyond with your own set of wheels. Ace Rent a Car, Europcar and Avis are well-known companies to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Guatemala City Airport around one week in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Guatemala City Airport (GUA) to central Guatemala City
Guatemala City Airport to the centre of Guatemala City has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Guatemala City Airport (GUA)
The quietest month for a flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Guatemala City Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Guatemala City based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in your flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Guatemala City Airport for April if you'd like to visit Guatemala City during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 14ºC and 28ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from IAD to GUA in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 11ºC and 26ºC on average.
Explore more of Guatemala
Guatemala City has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Guatemala just waiting to be discovered. Around 11 kilometres west of Guatemala City, a visit to Mixco will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Las Guacamayas Ecological Park, Panorama San Cristobal Park and Senderos de Alux de San Lucas Sacatepéquez Ecological Park.
Villa Nueva is another well-known destination in Guatemala and is around 14 kilometres south-west of Guatemala City. No trip is complete without visiting Teleferico de Amatitlan, Municipal La Cerra Regional Park and Naciones Unidas National Park.
