Travelling from Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): what you need to know
London is five hours ahead of Guayaquil and observes the UTC+0 timezone.
Your GYE to LHR flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport to London Heathrow Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between GYE and LHR:
John F. Kennedy International Airport
El Dorado International Airport
Miami International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight is $1,126. A round-trip plane ticket is currently $2,053. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from GYE to LHR. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport to London Heathrow Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across the month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE)
Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport has an excellent on-time performance, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from GYE land on schedule 89.07% of the time.
Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport is around 6 kilometres from central Guayaquil. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 20 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport to London Heathrow Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays near GYE:
Arriving at London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Consider booking a hotel close to LHR if you're on a late Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Pick up a London Heathrow Airport rental car and discover London and beyond with your own set of wheels. Surprice, U-Save and Green Motion are popular providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from London Heathrow Airport about one week ahead of your departure.
Getting from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London
London Heathrow Airport is roughly 31 kilometres from central London. The drive time takes about 55 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour.
When to fly to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The quietest month for a flight from Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport to London Heathrow Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to London based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in London is July, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC and 26ºC. Book your flights from Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport to London Heathrow Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC and 9ºC. Search for cheap tickets from GYE to LHR sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of United Kingdom
London has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of United Kingdom waiting to be discovered. Around 161 kilometres north-west of London, a visit to Birmingham will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in United Kingdom, head for Bristol, about 177 kilometres west of London. Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park are the start of reasons to visit.