Flying from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE): what you need to know
Guayaquil is one hour ahead of Calgary and observes the UTC-5 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your YYC to GYE flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Calgary International Airport to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport flight is $533. A round-trip fare is currently $1,209. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's a good idea to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from YYC to GYE. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when searching for your flight from Calgary International Airport to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport.
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Handy information about Calgary International Airport (YYC)
YYC is located at 2000 Airport Road Northeast.
65.39% of flights departing from Calgary International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Calgary International Airport is about 16 kilometres from central Calgary. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport takes about 1 hour.
Need a handy hotel close to YYC? If you're boarding an early flight from Calgary International Airport to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Calgary International Airport to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near GYE instead:
Pick up a Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport rental car and discover Guayaquil and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Keddy By Europcar and Goldcar are top outlets you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport about four weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE) to central Guayaquil
From Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport, Guayaquil is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 20 minutes.
When to fly to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE)
August is the most popular month for flights from Calgary International Airport to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Guayaquil in April.
The warmest month in Guayaquil is November, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC and 33ºC. Book your flights from Calgary International Airport to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from YYC to GYE in August if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 19ºC and 31ºC on average.
Explore more of Ecuador
Quito is just one of the many places in Ecuador waiting to be explored once you've seen Guayaquil. Around 274 kilometres away to the north-east, its top attractions include Quito Old Town, Basilica del Voto Nacional and El Panecillo.
Around 129 kilometres south-east of Guayaquil, Cuenca is another favourite stop in Ecuador. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at El Museo de Las Conceptas, Museo de las Culturas Aborigenes and Old Cathedral of Cuenca.