Travelling from Cartagena Airport (CTG) to Guayaquil Airport (GYE): what you need to know
Cartagena and Guayaquil are in the UTC-5 timezone. That means there's no time difference to consider.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport on time to catch your CTG to GYE flight.
Travelling during a peak time such as January? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Cartagena Airport to Guayaquil Airport. Here are the top stopovers between CTG and GYE:
Miami International Airport
Bogota Airport
Panama City Tocumen International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cartagena Airport (CTG) to Guayaquil Airport (GYE)
Currently, 172 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Cartagena Airport to Guayaquil Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 284 €. Remember that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from CTG to GYE if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your flight from Cartagena Airport to Guayaquil Airport.
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Handy information about Cartagena Airport (CTG)
75% of flights that leave from Cartagena Airport arrive at their destination on time.
To reach Cartagena Airport from central Cartagena, it takes about 15 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of about 25 minutes when using public transport.
Booked an early flight from Cartagena Airport to Guayaquil Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to CTG:
Arriving at Guayaquil Airport (GYE)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Cartagena Airport to Guayaquil Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near GYE instead:
Follow your own route with a Guayaquil Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Europcar, Keddy By Europcar or Goldcar and find adventure across Guayaquil and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Guayaquil Airport about four weeks ahead.
Getting from Guayaquil Airport (GYE) to central Guayaquil
Guayaquil Airport is roughly 8 kilometres from central Guayaquil. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 35 minutes.
When to fly to Guayaquil Airport (GYE)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Cartagena Airport to Guayaquil Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Guayaquil. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in March.
When reserving your flight from Cartagena Airport to Guayaquil Airport, think about the type of weather you like. November is the warmest month in Guayaquil, with the temperature ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CTG to GYE in August. Average temperatures are between 19ºC (66ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) then.
Explore more of Ecuador
You've seen Guayaquil, now it's time to explore more of Ecuador. Journey around 274 kilometres north-east to Quito to tick off its top sights. From Quito Historic Centre to Catedral Metropolitana de Quito and Camino de los Incas, your itinerary will be busy.
Cuenca is another must-experience destination in Ecuador and is around 129 kilometres south-east of Guayaquil. No trip is complete without dropping by Inca Ruins, New Cathedral (Catedral de la Immaculada) and Old Cathedral of Cuenca.
