Flying from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to La Aurora International Airport (GUA): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 35 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to La Aurora International Airport.
Guatemala City's timezone is UTC-6, which is the same as San Jose.
Flights from SJO to GUA start from 05:30 — the earliest with Volaris Costa Rica. The last departure is at 20:24 with Copa Airlines. In total, you can take your pick of 43 weekly Juan Santamaria International Airport to La Aurora International Airport flights.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your SJO to GUA flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
You'll find a variety of airlines offering direct flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to La Aurora International Airport. When you're ready to start your Guatemala City holiday, let one of these carriers fly you to this must-see corner of Guatemala:
AVIANCA has the highest passenger demand on this route.
With a reliable 90.78% of services arriving on schedule, AVIANCA has the best on-time performance for SJO to GUA flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Juan Santamaria International Airport to La Aurora International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between SJO and GUA:
El Salvador International Airport
Tocumen International Airport
El Dorado International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to La Aurora International Airport (GUA)
Rs23,302 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Juan Santamaria International Airport to La Aurora International Airport flight. A return flight starts from Rs43,602. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
Book 11 months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from SJO to GUA.
October is the cheapest month for flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to La Aurora International Airport. If you'd like to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.
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Lock in the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to La Aurora International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
79.83% of flights that take off from Juan Santamaria International Airport land at their destination on time.
Central San Jose to Juan Santamaria International Airport is approximately 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Expect a trip time of around 2 hours 20 minutes on public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel near SJO? If you've booked an early flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to La Aurora International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at La Aurora International Airport (GUA)
Consider booking a hotel close to GUA if you're catching a late Juan Santamaria International Airport to La Aurora International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a La Aurora International Airport rental car and discover Guatemala City and beyond with your own wheels. Ace Rent a Car, Europcar and Avis are popular outlets you can book with here.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from La Aurora International Airport about one week before you set off.
Getting from La Aurora International Airport (GUA) to central Guatemala City
From La Aurora International Airport, Guatemala City is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
When to fly to La Aurora International Airport (GUA)
The quietest month for a flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to La Aurora International Airport is May, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Guatemala City based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When reserving your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to La Aurora International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. April is the warmest month in Guatemala City, with the temperature ranging from 14ºC to 28ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 11ºC and 26ºC. Search for cheap tickets from SJO to GUA sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Guatemala
You've visited Guatemala City, now it's time to discover other corners of Guatemala. Journey about 11 kilometres west to Mixco to check off its must-visit sights. From Municipal Salayá Ecological Park to Las Fuentes Ecological Park and San José Buena Vista, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 14 kilometres south-west of Guatemala City, Villa Nueva is another essential stop in Guatemala. No visit is complete without checking out Andana Park, Residenciales Llano Alto 3 Park and Boulevard Los Reformadores.
