Flying from La Aurora International Airport (GUA) to Brussels: what you need to know
La Aurora International Airport is located in Guatemala City. Based in the UTC+1 timezone, Brussels is seven hours ahead of Guatemala City.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to board your GUA to Brussels flight.
If you're heading away during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
We make it a breeze to book flight tickets from GUA to Brussels with a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Central Guatemala City to GUA is around 6 kilometres. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Planning to catch an early flight from La Aurora International Airport to Brussels? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near GUA:
84.05% of flights departing from La Aurora International Airport reach their destination as planned. Given its impressive on-time stats, delays are unlikely when taking off from GUA.
How to find the cheapest flights from La Aurora International Airport (GUA) to Brussels
ر.ق. 1,688 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way La Aurora International Airport to Brussels flight. A round-trip ticket right now is ر.ق. 3,359. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
To find cheap flights from GUA to Brussels, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.
Finding cheap tickets from La Aurora International Airport to Brussels is easier if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' function to access the lowest fares across every month and bag an awesome deal.
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Airports in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Brussels Airport (BRU) to the centre of Brussels takes around 20 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 14 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you around 40 minutes.
Book a hotel close to BRU if you're coming in on a late flight from La Aurora International Airport to Brussels. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Travel at your own pace with a Brussels Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Keddy By Europcar, Alamo or Europcar and chase adventure across Brussels and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Brussels Airport around three weeks before your flight from GUA to Brussels.
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Central Brussels is around 56 kilometres from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL). Once your flight from La Aurora International Airport to Brussels has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 55 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 1 hour 35 minutes or so.
You'll find some great places to rest your head close to CRL. Unwind and get cosy after your GUA to Brussels flight at one of these perfectly located options:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Brussels S. Charleroi Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Keddy By Europcar, Thrifty or Budget and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Lock in the best price by reserving your ride from CRL two weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Brussels
Carefully consider your travel dates before booking your flight from La Aurora International Airport to Brussels. The city comes alive in peak season, but hotel rates are generally higher and top attractions can be crowded. Go to Brussels in the off-season if you prefer a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Brussels is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 27ºC. Lock in your La Aurora International Airport to Brussels flight ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from GUA to Brussels in January when temperatures average between -2ºC and 8ºC.
More about Brussels
Once you've booked your flight from La Aurora International Airport to Brussels, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Brussels:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Atomium, Grand Place and Manneken Pis are leading attractions which should be on any good Brussels itinerary.
Explore more of Belgium
Brussels has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Belgium you should also see. Around 113 kilometres west of Brussels, a visit to Ostend will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Fort Napoleon, The Crystal Ship and Leopoldpark.
Verviers is another favourite destination in Belgium and is around 113 kilometres east of Brussels. No journey is complete without visiting Quai Pierre Rapsat, Parc de Séroule and Parc de la Tourelle.