Travelling from Toronto to La Aurora International Airport (GUA): What you need to know
When planning your flight from Toronto to La Aurora International Airport (GUA), there's a good selection of airports you can take off from. Pearson International Airport (YYZ), Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) and Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) are Toronto's major terminals.
La Aurora International Airport is located in Guatemala City. The city operates on the UTC-6 timezone and is two hours behind Toronto.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Toronto 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.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself a little extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak periods? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Located around 27 kilometres from the centre of Toronto, YYZ can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Pearson International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Toronto to La Aurora International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
63.97% of flights that take off from Pearson International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
YTZ is about 3 kilometres from central Toronto. It takes 35 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 40 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Toronto to GUA flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport:
62.09% of flights taking off from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport meet their expected arrival time.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
YKF is roughly 105 kilometres from central Toronto. The drive from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour 15 minutes. If you're considering public transport, expect a journey time of around 4 hours 5 minutes.
Stay in bed a little longer and still make your Toronto to La Aurora International Airport flight without having to rush. These hotels near Region of Waterloo International Airport make it a breeze to get to the terminal if you're jetting off early:
The on-time performance rate of YKF is 63.64%. In other words, that's how frequently flights departing this airport arrive at their destination as planned.
About La Aurora International Airport (GUA)
Have a late flight from Toronto to La Aurora International Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near GUA and turn out the lights sooner:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a La Aurora International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Ace Rent a Car, Europcar or Avis to explore Guatemala City and beyond.
Booking your vehicle around one week ahead of your Toronto to La Aurora International Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to La Aurora International Airport (GUA)
164 € is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Toronto to La Aurora International Airport. A return flight starts from 294 €. These prices can change depending on demand.
To find cheap flights from Toronto to GUA, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Toronto to La Aurora International Airport (GUA)
May is the quietest month for flights from Toronto to La Aurora International Airport (GUA), while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Guatemala City based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your Toronto to GUA plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. April is the warmest month in Guatemala City, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Toronto to La Aurora International Airport in January when temperatures are between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
More about Guatemala City
Start your Guatemala City trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Toronto to La Aurora International Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Volcan de Fuego and National Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology are a couple of popular attractions to add to your Guatemala City to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at GO2GUATE Montaña y Aventura.
Explore more of Guatemala
You've done Guatemala City, now it's time to explore more of Guatemala. Travel about 113 kilometres west to Quetzaltenango to tick off its popular sights. From Mirador De La Virgen to Paseo La Luna and a Simón Bolívar Park, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're looking to explore another side of Guatemala, consider Huehuetenango, roughly 129 kilometres north-west of Guatemala City. Ruinas de Zaculeu, Ruinas and Zaculeu Capilla Huehuetenango are the start of reasons to visit.