Flying from Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI) to Guatemala City Airport (GUA): what you need to know
Guatemala City is one hour behind Washington DC and is in the UTC-6 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your BWI to GUA flight.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Baltimore Washington International Airport to Guatemala City Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between BWI and GUA:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Orlando International Airport
Fort Lauderdale International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI) to Guatemala City Airport (GUA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Baltimore Washington International Airport to Guatemala City Airport flight is 200 €. A round-trip ticket is currently 345 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from BWI to GUA if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when looking for your flight from Baltimore Washington International Airport to Guatemala City Airport.
Save time looking for cheap flights from BWI to GUA by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Baltimore Washington International Airport to Guatemala City Airport.
Handy information about Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)
77% of flights that take off from Baltimore Washington International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Central Washington DC to Baltimore Washington International Airport is around 48 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 40 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
The trip when using public transport takes about 50 minutes.
Have an early flight from Baltimore Washington International Airport to Guatemala City Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near BWI:
Arriving at Guatemala City Airport (GUA)
If you're coming in on a late Baltimore Washington International Airport to Guatemala City Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near GUA:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Guatemala City Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Ace Rent a Car, Europcar or Avis and explore beyond Guatemala City's usual tourist stops.
Reserving your ride from Guatemala City Airport around one week in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
When to fly to Guatemala City Airport (GUA)
The quietest month for a flight from Baltimore Washington International Airport to Guatemala City Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Guatemala City based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Guatemala City is April, with the temperature ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Lock in your flights from Baltimore Washington International Airport to Guatemala City Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Look for cheap tickets from BWI to GUA sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Guatemala
You've done Guatemala City, now it's time to discover more of Guatemala. Travel about 11 kilometres west to Mixco to tick off its popular sights. From Las Guacamayas Ecological Park to Panorama San Cristobal Park and Senderos de Alux de San Lucas Sacatepéquez Ecological Park, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 14 kilometres south-west of Guatemala City, Villa Nueva is another essential stop in Guatemala. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Teleferico de Amatitlan, Municipal La Cerra Regional Park and Naciones Unidas National Park.