Flying from La Aurora International Airport (GUA) to Zurich Airport (ZRH): what you need to know
Zurich is seven hours ahead of Guatemala City and follows the UTC+1 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to catch your GUA to ZRH flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from La Aurora International Airport to Zurich Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between GUA and ZRH:
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How to find the cheapest flights from La Aurora International Airport (GUA) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
ر.ق. 1,370 is currently the lowest price for a one-way La Aurora International Airport to Zurich Airport flight. Return flights start from ر.ق. 3,120. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
To find cheap tickets from GUA to ZRH, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from La Aurora International Airport to Zurich Airport across the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
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Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from La Aurora International Airport to Zurich Airport.
Handy information about La Aurora International Airport (GUA)
La Aurora International Airport maintains a solid on-time performance, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from GUA land at their destination as scheduled 84.05% of the time.
Central Guatemala City to La Aurora International Airport is approximately 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Looking for a handy hotel near GUA? If you're boarding an early flight from La Aurora International Airport to Zurich Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a La Aurora International Airport to Zurich Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ZRH instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Zurich Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Green Motion and experience more of Zurich and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Zurich Airport around two weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich
From Zurich Airport, Zurich is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes around 1 hour 35 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The quietest month for a flight from La Aurora International Airport to Zurich Airport is January, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Zurich based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from La Aurora International Airport to Zurich Airport for July if you want to visit Zurich during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 10ºC and 27ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from GUA to ZRH in January. Average temperatures are between -6ºC and 7ºC then.
Explore more of Switzerland
Basel is just one of the many cities in Switzerland waiting to be discovered once you've seen Zurich. Around 72 kilometres away to the west, its top attractions include Basel Minster, Bistro Kunstmuseum Basel and Rhine River Cruises.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in Switzerland, head for Bern, about 97 kilometres south-west of Zurich. Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bern Cathedral are key reasons to visit.
