Travelling from Orlando to La Aurora International Airport (GUA): What you need to know
Planning your getaway begins with working out where you'll fly out of in Orlando. Orlando International Airport (MCO) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for booking a flight from Orlando to La Aurora International Airport (GUA) departing from here.
3 hours is the average duration of a direct Orlando to La Aurora International Airport flight.
The timezone in Guatemala City is UTC-6, which is two hours behind Orlando. La Aurora International Airport is located in Guatemala City.
Orlando International Airport (MCO) to La Aurora International Airport (GUA) is the busiest route, with 2 direct services every week. You can travel from MCO to GUA on Spirit Airlines's 9am flight.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Orlando to GUA. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
If you're flying during a bank holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. Get there two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
Airports in Orlando
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
You can find a direct flight from Orlando to La Aurora International Airport (GUA) leaving from Orlando International Airport (MCO).
When taking off from MCO, you can catch a direct flight from Orlando to La Aurora International Airport with Spirit Airlines.
Spirit Airlines is the airline with the highest number of bookings for flights from MCO to GUA.
With 66.1% of services landing as planned, Spirit Airlines is the best performing carrier for punctuality on this route.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even explore a different city. When browsing cheap flights from Orlando to GUA departing from Orlando International Airport (MCO), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Your journey might pause in:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
El Salvador International Airport (SAL)
MCO is around 32 kms (20 miles) from central Orlando. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a comfortable hotel near Orlando International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Orlando to La Aurora International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
When it comes to Orlando International Airport's on-time performance, 78.28% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
You'll find MCO at One Airport Boulevard.
Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB)
SFB is about 48 kms (30 miles) from central Orlando. It'll take 35 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 2 hours 5 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Orlando to GUA flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Orlando Sanford International Airport:
Orlando Sanford International Airport has an on-time performance of 69.11%. This figure sheds light on how frequently flights that take off from this airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
About La Aurora International Airport (GUA)
Have a late flight from Orlando to La Aurora International Airport? Don't let it hijack your sleep schedule. Check in to one of these hotels near GUA and fast-forward to bedtime:
Begin your adventure by picking up a La Aurora International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Ace Rent a Car, Europcar or Avis to explore Guatemala City and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle around one week ahead of your Orlando to La Aurora International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando to La Aurora International Airport (GUA)
£41 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Orlando to La Aurora International Airport. A return flight starts at £118. These fares may change based on availability.
To pick up cheap flights from Orlando to GUA, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when tickets are first released.
Cheap Orlando to La Aurora International Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across every month and then pick the cheapest day.
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Find the best deal on a flight from Orlando to La Aurora International Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'
The best time to fly from Orlando to La Aurora International Airport (GUA)
July is the most popular month for flights from Orlando to La Aurora International Airport (GUA). Plan your visit to Guatemala City in May for a quieter experience.
When booking your Orlando to GUA plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. April is the warmest month in Guatemala City, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
January sees temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Orlando to La Aurora International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Guatemala City
Once you've booked your flight from Orlando to La Aurora International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Guatemala City:
There are loads of exciting things to do in Guatemala City when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Make your way to Volcan de Fuego followed by National Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology and GO2GUATE Montaña y Aventura.
Explore more of Guatemala
You've done Guatemala City, now it's time to explore other parts of Guatemala. Travel about 113 kms (70 miles) west to Quetzaltenango to check off its top sights. From Mirador De La Virgen to Paseo La Luna and a Simón Bolívar Park, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 129 kms (80 miles) north-west of Guatemala City, Huehuetenango is another favourite stop in Guatemala. Start your sightseeing at Ruinas de Zaculeu, Ruinas and Zaculeu Capilla Huehuetenango.