Flying from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE): what you need to know
Guayaquil is five hours behind Cardiff and observes the UTC-5 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your CWL to GYE flight.
During popular months like June, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Cardiff Airport to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport flight is ر.ق. 1,601. A round-trip fare right now is ر.ق. 4,099. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from CWL to GYE. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across the month when looking for a flight from Cardiff Airport to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport.
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Handy information about Cardiff Airport (CWL)
66.16% of flights leaving from Cardiff Airport reach their destination on time.
To get to Cardiff Airport from central Cardiff, it takes about 30 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Cardiff Airport to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near CWL:
Arriving at Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE)
If you're arriving on a late Cardiff Airport to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near GYE:
Pick up a Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport rental car and explore Guayaquil and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Keddy By Europcar and Goldcar are popular providers you can book with here.
Booking your ride from Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport around four weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great 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 reach the centre by car.
Getting there on public transport takes about 20 minutes.
When to fly to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE)
August is the most popular month for flights from Cardiff Airport to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport. For smaller crowds, travel to Guayaquil in April.
When booking your flight from Cardiff Airport to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport, think about the type of weather you like. November is the warmest month in Guayaquil, with the temperature ranging from 19ºC to 33ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CWL to GYE in August. Temperatures average between 19ºC and 31ºC then.
Explore more of Ecuador
Quito is just one of the many places in Ecuador waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Guayaquil. Around 274 kilometres away to the north-east, well-known 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. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to El Museo de Las Conceptas, Museo de las Culturas Aborigenes and Old Cathedral of Cuenca.
