Travelling from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to La Aurora International Airport (GUA): what you need to know
Guatemala City is one hour ahead of San Diego and observes the UTC-6 timezone.
To ensure you catch your SAN to GUA flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from San Diego International Airport to La Aurora International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between SAN and GUA include:
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to La Aurora International Airport (GUA)
210 € is currently the best price for a one-way San Diego International Airport to La Aurora International Airport flight. Return flights start at 422 €. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SAN to GUA if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the lowest price in every month when looking for your flight from San Diego International Airport to La Aurora International Airport.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from SAN to GUA.
Discover the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from San Diego International Airport to La Aurora International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about San Diego International Airport (SAN)
SAN is located at Airport Drive.
71.38% of flights departing from San Diego International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Central San Diego to San Diego International Airport is around 5 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 10 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
You can expect a journey time of around 20 minutes on public transport.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near SAN. Whether you've booked an early flight from San Diego International Airport to La Aurora International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at La Aurora International Airport (GUA)
Book a hotel close to GUA if you're on a late San Diego International Airport to La Aurora International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Go where the road takes you with a La Aurora International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Ace Rent a Car, Europcar or Avis and chase adventure across Guatemala City and beyond.
Booking your ride from La Aurora International Airport around one week ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from La Aurora International Airport (GUA) to central Guatemala City
From La Aurora International Airport, Guatemala City is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to La Aurora International Airport (GUA)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from San Diego International Airport to La Aurora International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Guatemala City. If you want a quieter vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in Guatemala City is April, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your flights from San Diego International Airport to La Aurora International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from SAN to GUA in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) on average.
Explore more of Guatemala
Guatemala City has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Guatemala waiting to be explored. Around 11 kilometres west of Guatemala City, a visit to Mixco will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like Municipal Salayá Ecological Park, Las Fuentes Ecological Park and San José Buena Vista.
Villa Nueva is another well-known destination in Guatemala and is around 14 kilometres south-west of Guatemala City. No journey is complete without experiencing Andana Park, Residenciales Llano Alto 3 Park and Boulevard Los Reformadores.