Flying from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to La Aurora International Airport (GUA): what you need to know
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
If you prefer a stopover for your flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to La Aurora International Airport, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' and look through your options. These are the popular stopovers between SCL and GUA:
Tocumen International Airport
Miami International Airport
El Dorado International Airport
To find out whether you need a visa to enter Guatemala, check with your airline and the local embassy or consulate. They'll give you the most up-to-date details, including other travel documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from SCL to GUA.
Arriving at La Aurora International Airport (GUA)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to La Aurora International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near GUA instead:
Handy information about Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL)
Arturo Merino Benitez Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Santiago. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 21 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 1 hour and 14 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to La Aurora International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near SCL:
More about Guatemala City
As soon as you've booked your flights from SCL to GUA, you'll want to find a hotel in Guatemala City. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this exciting city:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. National Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology, Cathedral of Guatemala City and La Aurora Zoo are must-have experiences during your Guatemala City visit.
Getting from La Aurora International Airport (GUA) to central Guatemala City
La Aurora International Airport to the centre of Guatemala City is about 20 minutes by car. It's approximately 8 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
Complete your Guatemala City trip with hotels and a car rental
Once you've secured your cheap ticket to La Aurora International Airport, browse the lowest prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one place to find the best car rental price for your Guatemala City escape.
How to find the cheapest flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport (SCL) to La Aurora International Airport (GUA)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to La Aurora International Airport is $369. The cheapest price for a return flight is $725. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book early if you're hoping to get flight tickets from SCL to GUA. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when looking for your ticket from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to La Aurora International Airport.
Create a Price Alert for flight tickets from SCL to GUA. There's no need to search every day to find out if prices have fallen. We'll let you know when there's a change in price.
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When to fly to La Aurora International Airport (GUA)
July is the most popular month for flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to La Aurora International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Guatemala City in May.
The warmest month in Guatemala City is April, with temperatures ranging between 14 ºC and 28 ºC. Lock in your flights from Arturo Merino Benitez Airport to La Aurora International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 11 ºC and 26 ºC. Search for flight tickets from SCL to GUA sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
