Travelling from Augusto C Sandino International Airport (MGA) to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE): what you need to know
Guayaquil's timezone is UTC-5, which makes Guayaquil one hour ahead of Managua.
To ensure you get on your MGA to GYE flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to break up your flight, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Augusto C Sandino International Airport to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport. Here are the top stopovers between MGA and GYE:
Tocumen International Airport
El Salvador International Airport
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Augusto C Sandino International Airport (MGA) to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE)
Currently, £254 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Augusto C Sandino International Airport to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is £558. Remember that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MGA to GYE if you book early. Airlines often have some terrific early bird rates.
Getting cheap flights from Augusto C Sandino International Airport to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport is easier if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across each month and land a great deal.
Finding cheap flights from MGA to GYE is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as fares go down.
Discover the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Augusto C Sandino International Airport to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Augusto C Sandino International Airport (MGA)
Augusto C Sandino International Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from MGA land at their destination as scheduled 86.1% of the time.
To reach Augusto C Sandino International Airport from central Managua, it takes around 25 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 7 miles from the airport to the city centre.
Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near MGA. Whether you're taking an early flight from Augusto C Sandino International Airport to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Augusto C Sandino International Airport to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near GYE instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Keddy By Europcar or Goldcar and explore beyond Guayaquil's usual tourist stops.
Booking your ride from Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport around four weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE) to central Guayaquil
Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport is approximately 4 miles from the centre of Guayaquil. The drive time takes about 10 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes about 20 minutes.
When to fly to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE)
August is the most popular month for flights from Augusto C Sandino International Airport to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Guayaquil in April.
Book your flight from Augusto C Sandino International Airport to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport for November if you want to visit Guayaquil during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
August sees average temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MGA to GYE around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Ecuador
You've visited Guayaquil, now it's time to discover other parts of Ecuador. Journey around 170 miles north-east to Quito to tick off its must-visit sights. From Quito Old Town to Basilica del Voto Nacional and El Panecillo, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're eager to discover another side of Ecuador, consider Cuenca, roughly 80 miles south-east of Guayaquil. El Museo de Las Conceptas, Museo de las Culturas Aborigenes and Old Cathedral of Cuenca are key reasons to visit.
