Travelling from Phoenix to Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl Airport (GYE): What you need to know
The timezone in Guayaquil is UTC-5, which is two hours ahead of Phoenix. Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl Airport is located in Guayaquil.
To ensure you get on your flight from Phoenix to GYE, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Peak months like March or holiday periods such as Thanksgiving and Christmas/New Year will mean bigger queues at check-in and security. Be on the safe side and get to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a wise move.
Airports in Phoenix
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
We make it easy to find cheap flights from Phoenix to GYE with a stopover. To explore your options departing from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between PHX and GYE include:
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
PHX is around 5 kms (3 miles) from central Phoenix. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 25 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Phoenix to Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by staying at one of these hotels near Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport has a strong on-time performance, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from PHX arrive on schedule 80% of the time.
The address for PHX is 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
AZA is about 32 kms (20 miles) from central Phoenix. It'll take 30 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your Phoenix to GYE flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport:
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport has earned its reputation for punctuality. 82% of flights leaving here make it to their final destination as planned.
AZA is located at 6033 S. Sossaman Rd..
About Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl Airport (GYE)
If you have a late flight from Phoenix to Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near GYE:
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride around four weeks ahead of your Phoenix to Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl Airport flight.
Getting from Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl Airport (GYE) to central Guayaquil
Central Guayaquil is around 8 kms (5 miles) from Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl Airport and takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. Look into how to get from the airport to the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
It takes roughly 35 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix to Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl Airport (GYE)
£231 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Phoenix to Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl Airport. A return flight starts from £437. These fares may change depending on demand.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Phoenix to GYE. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
Affordable Phoenix to Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares throughout the month and then pick the cheapest day.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a better deal comes up on plane tickets from Phoenix to GYE.
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The best time to fly from Phoenix to Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl Airport (GYE)
July is the busiest month for flights from Phoenix to Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl Airport (GYE). Plan your visit to Guayaquil in December for a more low-key escape.
Book a Phoenix to GYE plane ticket departing in November if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Guayaquil to range from 19ºC to 33ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Phoenix to Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl Airport in August when temperatures are between 19ºC and 32ºC.
More about Guayaquil
Start your Guayaquil trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Phoenix to Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Amazon Rainforest, Crystal Palace and Malecon 2000 are major attractions which should be on every Guayaquil itinerary.
Explore more of Ecuador
You've visited Guayaquil, now it's time to explore more of Ecuador. Journey around 274 kms (170 miles) northeast to Quito to tick off its top sights. From Quito Historic Centre to Catedral Metropolitana de Quito and Camino de los Incas, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're ready to explore another major destination in Ecuador, head for Cuenca, roughly 129 kms (80 miles) southeast of Guayaquil. Inca Ruins, New Cathedral (Catedral de la Immaculada) and Old Cathedral of Cuenca are highlights.
