Flying from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to La Aurora International Airport (GUA): what you need to know
The timezone in Guatemala City is UTC-6, which is 17 hours behind Sydney.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your SYD to GUA flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to La Aurora International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between SYD and GUA include:
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to La Aurora International Airport (GUA)
Right now, £465 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to La Aurora International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is £943. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SYD to GUA if you book ahead. Airlines often have some terrific early bird discounts.
Finding cheap flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to La Aurora International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across each month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
69.62% of flights taking off from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport land at their destination on schedule.
To get to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport from central Sydney, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 11 miles from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of around 25 minutes when using public transport.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near SYD. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to La Aurora International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at La Aurora International Airport (GUA)
If you're arriving on a late Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to La Aurora International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these accommodation options near GUA:
Pick up a La Aurora International Airport rental car and discover Guatemala City and beyond with your own set of wheels. Ace Rent a Car, Europcar and Avis are popular outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from La Aurora International Airport about one week ahead of your trip.
Getting from La Aurora International Airport (GUA) to central Guatemala City
La Aurora International Airport to the centre of Guatemala City has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 5 miles away.
When to fly to La Aurora International Airport (GUA)
July is the busiest month for flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to La Aurora International Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Guatemala City in May.
Book your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to La Aurora International Airport for April if you'd like to explore Guatemala City during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from SYD to GUA in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) on average.
Explore more of Guatemala
Mixco is just one of the many cities in Guatemala waiting to be discovered after you've seen Guatemala City. Around 7 miles away to the west, top sights here include Municipal Salayá Ecological Park, Las Fuentes Ecological Park and San José Buena Vista.
If you're ready to explore another side of Guatemala, head for Villa Nueva, roughly 9 miles south-west of Guatemala City. Andana Park, Residenciales Llano Alto 3 Park and Boulevard Los Reformadores are among its highlights.