Flying from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to La Aurora International Airport (GUA): what you need to know
On average, direct flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to La Aurora International Airport take 1 hour 35 minutes. Guatemala City and San Jose share the same timezone (UTC-6), which means you won't have to adjust your watch after you arrive.
Choose from 43 weekly flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to La Aurora International Airport. The 00:48 departure with Skytrans is the earliest flight you can take between SJO and GUA. Skytrans operates the latest service of the day at 21:35 if early starts aren't your thing.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
You'll find a variety of airlines providing direct flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to La Aurora International Airport. When you're ready to kick off your Guatemala City adventure and explore this part of Guatemala, these top carriers service the SJO to GUA route:
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to La Aurora International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between SJO and GUA include:
El Salvador International Airport
El Dorado International Airport
Tocumen International Airport
Before organising your cheap ticket from SJO to GUA, check if you need a visa to enter Guatemala. Travel document and visa requirements can differ and are updated often. To get the latest information, contact the nearest consulate or embassy of the country you're travelling to.
How to find the cheapest flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to La Aurora International Airport (GUA)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Juan Santamaria International Airport to La Aurora International Airport is ر.ق. 300. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ر.ق. 538. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Book 2 months before travelling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap flight tickets from SJO to GUA.
The cheapest month for flight tickets from Juan Santamaria International Airport to La Aurora International Airport is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
Getting a cheap ticket from SJO to GUA is straightforward with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when the price has dropped.
Take advantage of filters to find the best trip for you. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to La Aurora International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
Juan Santamaria International Airport is about 18 kilometres from central San Jose. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 21 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 2 hours and 22 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to SJO? If you're catching an early flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to La Aurora International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at La Aurora International Airport (GUA)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to La Aurora International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near GUA:
Getting from La Aurora International Airport (GUA) to central Guatemala City
From La Aurora International Airport, Guatemala City is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to La Aurora International Airport (GUA)
The quietest month for a flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to La Aurora International Airport is May, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Guatemala City based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to La Aurora International Airport for April if you'd like to visit Guatemala City during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 14 ºC and 28 ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 11 ºC and 26 ºC. Look for cheap flight tickets from SJO to GUA around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Guatemala City
Start your Guatemala City trip right by finding the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from SJO to GUA, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. National Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology, Cathedral of Guatemala City and La Aurora Zoo are must-do's during your Guatemala City adventure.
Complete your Guatemala City trip with hotels and a car rental
You've booked your cheap ticket to La Aurora International Airport — next on the list is finding a great place to stay, and perhaps even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Guatemala City.
