Flying from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to La Aurora International Airport (GUA): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Los Angeles International Airport to La Aurora International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 4 hours 45 minutes.
Guatemala City is one hour ahead of Los Angeles and observes the UTC-6 timezone.
Flights from LAX to GUA start from 00:19 — the first with Alaska Airlines. The last service of the day is at 23:59 with Alaska Airlines. In total, there are 93 weekly Los Angeles International Airport to La Aurora International Airport flights.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your LAX to GUA flight.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
There are plenty of direct flights from Los Angeles International Airport to La Aurora International Airport to choose from. When planning your Guatemala City journey, these airlines can fly you nonstop to this unmissable corner of Guatemala:
Alaska Airlines is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
AVIANCA is the most punctual carrier offering LAX to GUA flights. An impressive 80.26% of its departures on this route arrive without delay.
If you want to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Los Angeles International Airport to La Aurora International Airport. These are the top stopovers between LAX and GUA:
El Salvador International Airport
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to La Aurora International Airport (GUA)
ر.ق. 298 is currently the best price for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to La Aurora International Airport flight. A return flight starts from ر.ق. 802. These fares can change depending on availability.
Book six months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from LAX to GUA.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Los Angeles International Airport to La Aurora International Airport. If you'd like to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from LAX to GUA.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Los Angeles International Airport to La Aurora International Airport.
Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
You'll find LAX at One World Way.
Los Angeles International Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 81.05% of flights that depart LAX reach their destination on time.
Los Angeles International Airport is about 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of around 55 minutes on public transport.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near LAX. Whether you're catching an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to La Aurora International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at La Aurora International Airport (GUA)
If you're landing on a late Los Angeles International Airport to La Aurora International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these options near GUA:
Grab a La Aurora International Airport rental car and explore Guatemala City and beyond with your own set of wheels. Ace Rent a Car, Europcar and Avis are top providers you can book with here.
To get the best deal, book your ride from La Aurora International Airport about one week ahead.
Getting from La Aurora International Airport (GUA) to central Guatemala City
La Aurora International Airport is approximately 8 kilometres from central Guatemala City. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
When to fly to La Aurora International Airport (GUA)
The quietest month for a flight from Los Angeles International Airport to La Aurora International Airport is May, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Guatemala City based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Guatemala City is April, with the temperature ranging between 14ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your flights from Los Angeles International Airport to La Aurora International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from LAX to GUA in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 11ºC and 26ºC on average.
Explore more of Guatemala
Guatemala City is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Guatemala you'll want to see. Around 11 kilometres west of Guatemala City, a trip to Mixco will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Municipal Salayá Ecological Park, Las Fuentes Ecological Park and San José Buena Vista.
If you're looking to explore another corner of Guatemala, head for Villa Nueva, roughly 14 kilometres south-west of Guatemala City. Andana Park, Residenciales Llano Alto 3 Park and Boulevard Los Reformadores are highlights.
