Flying from San Cristobal Airport (SCY) to Guayaquil Airport (GYE): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 45 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from San Cristobal Airport to Guayaquil Airport.
Guayaquil is one hour ahead of San Cristobal and observes the UTC-5 timezone.
Choose from 18 weekly San Cristobal Airport to Guayaquil Airport flights. The 10:30 departure with LATAM Airlines is the earliest flight you can take. LATAM Airlines operates the last service of the day at 15:20.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your SCY to GYE flight.
Travelling during a peak time like August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Jetting into Guayaquil (and then exploring more of Ecuador!) is a snap with LATAM Airlines. This popular airline has direct flights from San Cristobal Airport to Guayaquil Airport.
Most travellers choose to travel with LATAM Airlines on this route.
Avianca is the most punctual carrier offering SCY to GYE flights. A reliable 94.81% of its departures on this route arrive as scheduled.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Cristobal Airport (SCY) to Guayaquil Airport (GYE)
At the moment, Rs33,772 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way San Cristobal Airport to Guayaquil Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs70,134. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SCY to GYE if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
May is the cheapest month for flights from San Cristobal Airport to Guayaquil Airport. If you prefer to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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Handy information about San Cristobal Airport (SCY)
San Cristobal Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 94% of flights that take off from SCY arrive at their destination as scheduled.
To reach San Cristobal Airport from central San Cristobal, it takes around 5 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 2 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 25 minutes.
Booked an early flight from San Cristobal Airport to Guayaquil Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to SCY:
Arriving at Guayaquil Airport (GYE)
If you're arriving on a late San Cristobal Airport to Guayaquil Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these options near GYE:
Grab a Guayaquil Airport rental car and explore Guayaquil and beyond with your own wheels. Europcar, Keddy By Europcar and Goldcar are popular outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Guayaquil Airport about four weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Guayaquil Airport (GYE) to central Guayaquil
From Guayaquil Airport, Guayaquil is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 35 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Guayaquil Airport (GYE)
The quietest month for a flight from San Cristobal Airport to Guayaquil Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Guayaquil based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When reserving your flight from San Cristobal Airport to Guayaquil Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. November is the warmest month in Guayaquil, with the temperature ranging from 19ºC to 33ºC.
August sees average temperatures of between 19ºC and 32ºC. Look for cheap tickets from SCY to GYE sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Ecuador
Quito is just one of the many places in Ecuador waiting to be explored after you've seen Guayaquil. Around 274 kilometres away to the north-east, its top attractions include Quito Historic Centre, Catedral Metropolitana de Quito and Camino de los Incas.
Around 129 kilometres south-east of Guayaquil, Cuenca is another essential stop in Ecuador. Start your sightseeing at Inca Ruins, New Cathedral (Catedral de la Immaculada) and Old Cathedral of Cuenca.
