Cheap flights to Guyana from $158

Traveling from the United States to Guyana can be an all-day affair. The average nonstop flight from the United States to Georgetown, the capital of Guyana, takes 17h and 24m. The best Guyana flight deals can help you to save money on your flight to this South American country, but can take a bit longer if stops are added to the flight. A direct flight from JKF Airport in New York City to Georgetown Airport averages about 5h and 40m. An even speedier flight can be taken from Miami to Guyana, which only takes 4h and 30m.

Guyana’s bustling streets can be a challenge for visitors to navigate, especially when they are unfamiliar with the area. Rental cars are an option for getting around Guyana, but driving is not for the faint of heart. For most visitors, the best bet is to either get a taxi or a larger bus or mini-bus. Taxis can be expensive, but for larger groups a mini-bus can help you save money and get you around Guyana safely. There are no trains on Guyana.

A lush rainforest setting and plenty of local flavor and culture abound in Guyana. This South American getaway is home to natures and parks, sights and landmarks, and nightlife that travelers of all ages can enjoy. In the capitol city of Georgetown, which is situated on the Atlantic Ocean coast, Caribbean flavor abounds. The Pandama Retreat & Winery is a great choice for wine and relaxation, while St. George’s Cathedral offers beautiful architecture and culture. The Iwokrama Canopy Walkway is one of the most popular natural attractions, with a series of suspensions bridges that put visitors into the rainforest for a unique new view. Kaieteur Falls is also a huge draw for tourists, with gorgeous waterfalls that are nearly five times larger than Niagara Falls in the United States. The bustling city of Georgetown is also a great place to explore the shops and find unique, local, and handmade items and souvenirs.

US citizens traveling to Guyana for business or tourism do not need to obtain any visas at this time. Citizens of the United States do need to be able to show a valid US passport that is good for six months after the traveler has departed for the trip to Guyana.

Located just north of the equator, the climate in Guyana is tropically hot and humid but moderated by northeast trade winds. There are two rainy seasons (May to mid-August; mid-November to mid-January), and flash floods are a hazard during those times.

The best time to visit is at the end of the rainy seasons, so either late August or late January is recommended. The national holiday on Feb. 23 is a can’t-miss event, and as it is in the middle of the dry season inland travel is easier than at other times.

Taxis are a good way to traverse the capital of Georgetown. Minibuses run throughout the country, but tourists are advised not to travel these at night. Water taxis negotiate the rivers that crisscross the country, and visitors can also rent cars. Prices for all modes of travel should be considered negotiable.

First colonized by the Dutch, then the British, and with cultural influences including India and China as well as its own native peoples, Guyana is a diverse country without a strong central ethnic identity. Today a large portion of locals are Muslims, and visitors should expect to encounter restaurants that do not permit smoking and drinking. Of course, they will also find local Caribbean rum and the popular Banks beer in plenty of other establishments.