Cheap Flights from Cuenca (CUE) to Guayaquil (GYE)

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      Flight deals from Cuenca to Guayaquil

      Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Cuenca Airport to Guayaquil Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £101. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
      How did we find these deals? The deals you see here are the lowest prices for flight tickets from Cuenca to Guayaquil found in the last 4 days, and are subject to change and availability.

      Find the cheapest month to fly from Cuenca to Guayaquil

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

      Direct flights from Cuenca to Guayaquil

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      Cuenca to Guayaquil: Alternative routes

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

      Cuenca to Guayaquil: Flight information

      The things to know before you go.
      Cheapest flight found£41
      Cheapest month to flyDecember
      Average flight time46 mins
      Most popular airlineLATAM Airlines
      Average flights per week11

      Finding cheap flights from Cuenca to Guayaquil: Frequently asked questions

      The best price we found for a return flight from Cuenca to Guayaquil is £82. 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.
      46 minutes is the average flight time from Cuenca to Guayaquil.
      LATAM Airlines and LATAM Airlines Ecuador fly direct from Cuenca to Guayaquil.
      As of September 2026, there are 11 flights per week flying from Cuenca to Guayaquil.
      The cheapest month to fly from Cuenca to Guayaquil is usually January.
      After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cuenca Airport to Guayaquil Airport on Sunday, 17 January 2027.
      Yes – the average flight time is 46 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 Guayaquil 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 Guayaquil 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 Guayaquil.

      Flying from Cuenca Airport (CUE) to Guayaquil Airport (GYE): what you need to know

      • Around 45 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Cuenca Airport to Guayaquil Airport.

      • Cuenca and Guayaquil are in the UTC-5 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.

      • Flights from CUE to GYE start from 07:21 — the earliest with LATAM Airlines. The last service of the day is at 19:55 with LATAM Airlines. Overall, you can take your pick of five weekly Cuenca Airport to Guayaquil Airport flights.

      • For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your CUE to GYE flight.

      • You can expect bigger queues during popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.

      • Travelling to Guayaquil (and then discovering more of Ecuador!) is easy with LATAM Airlines. This popular airline has direct flights from Cuenca Airport to Guayaquil Airport.

      • Most travellers choose to fly with LATAM Airlines on this route.

      • With a reliable 86.36% of services arriving as planned, LATAM Airlines has the best on-time performance for CUE to GYE flights.

      • Break up your flight or take a detour to a new city with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Cuenca Airport to Guayaquil Airport. Many travellers pass through Mariscal Sucre Quito International Airport when flying between CUE and GYE.

      Handy information about Cuenca Airport (CUE)

      • Cuenca Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 91% of flights that depart CUE arrive at their destination on time.

      • Cuenca Airport is about 10 kms (6 miles) from central Cuenca. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

      • Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.

      • Searching for a handy hotel close to CUE? If you're boarding an early flight from Cuenca Airport to Guayaquil Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:

      Arriving at Guayaquil Airport (GYE)

      • Reserve a hotel close to GYE if you have a late Cuenca Airport to Guayaquil Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:

      • Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Guayaquil Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Keddy By Europcar or Goldcar and explore beyond Guayaquil's main sights.

      • Reserving your ride from Guayaquil Airport about four weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.

      Getting from Guayaquil Airport (GYE) to central Guayaquil

      • Guayaquil Airport to central Guayaquil has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 8 kms (5 miles) away.

      • Getting there by public transport takes about 35 minutes.

      When to fly to Guayaquil Airport (GYE)

      • The quietest month for a flight from Cuenca Airport to Guayaquil Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Guayaquil based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

      • When reserving your flight from Cuenca 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.

      • If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CUE to GYE in August. Temperatures average between 19ºC and 32ºC then.

      Explore more of Ecuador

      • Guayaquil is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Ecuador just waiting to be explored. Around 274 kms (170 miles) north-east of Guayaquil, a visit to Quito will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Quito Historic Centre, Catedral Metropolitana de Quito and Camino de los Incas.

      • Cuenca is another favourite destination in Ecuador and is around 129 kms (80 miles) south-east of Guayaquil. No trip is complete without seeing Inca Ruins, New Cathedral (Catedral de la Immaculada) and Old Cathedral of Cuenca.

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