Flying from Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY) to La Aurora International Airport (GUA): what you need to know
Guatemala City's timezone is UTC-6, which is the same as Monterrey.
Your MTY to GUA flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
If you want to break up your flight, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport to La Aurora International Airport. These are the top stopovers between MTY and GUA:
Cancun International Airport
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
Manuel Crescencio Rejon International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY) to La Aurora International Airport (GUA)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport to La Aurora International Airport flight is 149 €. A return fare is currently 269 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from MTY to GUA, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport to La Aurora International Airport across the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from MTY to GUA.
Secure the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport to La Aurora International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY)
When it comes to Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport's on-time performance, data shows 68.87% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central Monterrey to Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport is around 31 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 45 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport to La Aurora International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to MTY:
Arriving at La Aurora International Airport (GUA)
If you're getting in on a late Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport to La Aurora International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these hotels near GUA:
Grab a La Aurora International Airport rental car and explore Guatemala City and beyond with your own wheels. Ace Rent a Car, Europcar and Avis are top providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from La Aurora International Airport around one week in advance 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 around 20 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
When to fly to La Aurora International Airport (GUA)
July is the most popular month for flights from Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport to La Aurora International Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Guatemala City in May.
Book your flight from Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport to La Aurora International Airport for April if you want to visit Guatemala City during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MTY to GUA in January. Temperatures average between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) then.
Explore more of Guatemala
Guatemala City is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Guatemala waiting to be explored. About 11 kilometres west of Guatemala City, a visit to Mixco will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Municipal Salayá Ecological Park, Las Fuentes Ecological Park and San José Buena Vista.
Villa Nueva is another standout destination in Guatemala and is around 14 kilometres south-west of Guatemala City. No trip is complete without experiencing Andana Park, Residenciales Llano Alto 3 Park and Boulevard Los Reformadores.