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Cheap flights to Guatemala City, Guatemala

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Guatemala is an inexpensive destination to visit in Central America, but just because it’s affordable doesn’t mean there isn’t plenty to do and see while visiting. The sprawling capital of Guatemala City welcomes international visitors with a dizzying array of museums, colonial architecture, parks and markets,

Guate, as the locals call it, can be a little rough around the edges. Pollution plagues the city, impoverished neighborhoods are scattered throughout and safety concerns — although improving — aren’t unwarranted. But as brash as the city might be, there’s a certain charm to Guate that draws visitors time and time again. Locals crowd into the open space of Plaza Mayor every Sunday for music, food and festivities, while incredible traditional costumes of the Guatemalan people are on display at the Ixchel Museum of Indigenous Textiles and Clothing. Courtyards and murals throughout the city reflect the buzzing energy that is simply known as Guate. After dark, the libations and music flow freely at the bars and clubs of the Zona Viva neighborhood, where the city’s best nightlife keeps the locals partying into the early morning hours. And in the morning, it’s time to fall for Guatemala’s charm all over again.

Best Time to Fly to Guatemala City

The dry season is considered the peak travel season in Guatemala City, and the dry months run from December through April. The city only experiences one other season: rainy season, which lasts from May through October. Visitors will have an easier time finding cheap flights to Guatemala City by booking flights during the rainy season.

Getting around Guatemala City

Visitors to Guatemala City can use the local public buses to get around the city’s various zones. Green buses have limited routes but offer access to a number of popular tourist destinations. These buses also have their own dedicated lanes, which allow the buses to avoid regular city traffic. Blue buses have more stops throughout the city but travelers must purchase a prepaid card to ride. The green buses, however, accept coins. The local red buses are considered the most unsafe option for public transportation in Guatemala City, due to crowding and crime. Visitors should avoid these buses in favor of the green or blue buses. Taxis can also be arranged by telephone and may be metered or unmetered. When using an unmetered taxi, travelers should not be hesitant to negotiate for the best price.


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Flight deals to Guatemala City

New York (JFK) to
Guatemala City (GUA)
from
$247 - $3,691
125 deals from 12 partners
Chicago (ORD) to
Guatemala City (GUA)
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$263 - $3,373
37 deals from 7 partners
Houston (IAH) to
Guatemala City (GUA)
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$208 - $964
16 deals from 6 partners
Los Angeles (LAX) to
Guatemala City (GUA)
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$231 - $3,475
312 deals from 6 partners
Boston (BOS) to
Guatemala City (GUA)
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$459 - $847
18 deals from 3 partners
Dallas (DFW) to
Guatemala City (GUA)
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$272 - $3,264
24 deals from 7 partners

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Useful information about Guatemala City

Temp on Avg for this month inGuatemala City77 °FSource: World Weather Online
Avg rainfall for this month inGuatemala City0.47 inSource: World Weather Online
Average flying time toGuatemala City5 hrs
Foreign-exchange rate inGuatemala CityQ1.00 = $0.13Source: Open Exchange Rates
Airlines flying toGuatemala CityUnited Airlines, Taca Intl Airlines and KLM
Deals available on flights toGuatemala City1163
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More useful information about Guatemala City

  • Most one way flights to Guatemala City arrive at La Aurora International Airport(GUA).
  • Fun facts: It is the capital city of the local Guatemala Department and the largest city in Central America.
  • Recently supplemented by a BRT system, urban public transportation is provided mainly by bus.
  • Zone one is the oldest part of town, which contains the main plaza.
  • Last minute flights to Guatemala City will take you to a land with four volcanoes and two of them are active.
  • The modern border encompasses the ruins of the ancient Maya city of Kaminaljuyu.
  • Zone ten, or La Zona Viva, is the most modern area, where many of the restaurants and bars are situated.
  • Visitors taking direct flights to Guatemala City know football is the most popular sport.

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How much do things cost in Guatemala City?

Coke/Pepsi (0.33 liter) $1.07
Cheap meal $4.85
Meal at McDonald's or similar $5.40
Cappuccino $2.32
1 bedroom apartment downtown $467.58
Imported beer (0.33 liter bottle) $2.23
Gasoline $3.88
One-way ticket (local transport) $0.15
Small bottle of water (0.33 liter) $0.79
Bottle of local beer (0.5 liter) $1.44
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