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Route Information for Flights from San Salvador to Guatemala City

Origin Airport IATA Code
SAL
Destination Airport IATA Code
GUA
Distance
126 mi
Direct Flight Airlines
Avianca
Earliest Flight Arrival
2:15PM UTC
Latest Flight Arrival
4:45AM UTC

Flights from San Salvador to Guatemala City

Flights Out of El Salvador International Airport

If you're looking for cheap flights from San Salvador, Orbitz.com can help you find the deals you're looking for. Use the site's interface to book cheap airline tickets, hotel rooms and even rental cars. Flights out of San Salvador leave from the El Salvador International Airport, also known as Comalapa International Airport. The airport is located 31 miles from the center of San Salvador and is a thoroughly modern airport with plenty of amenities, including comfortable waiting rooms, Wi-Fi and full-service restaurants. The airlines servicing the airport include American Airlines, Delta Airlines and Spirit Airlines.

Transportation to El Salvador International Airport

If you rent a car in San Salvador, you can drop it off at the airport when you arrive for your flight. There are taxi services that go to and from the airport, but they don't have meters. Make sure you agree on a price before you get into the cab. Buses 138 and 400 run between the city and the airport every 30 minutes and cost $1.

Parking at the Airport

There's long-term and short-term parking at the airport. Short-term parking is 60 cents an hour or $3.50 per day. Long-term parking is 60 cents per hour or $2.50 per day.

Dining at the Airport

There are plenty of places to eat in this modern airport. The Coffee Cup is the perfect place to stop if you'd like to grab a bite to eat before an early morning flight. Book your cheap flights from San Salvador through Orbitz.com for a hassle-free, seamless booking process.

Airports in Guatemala City

La Aurora International Airport serves Guatemala and is where flights to Guatemala City are likely to arrive. For discount tickets on domestic flights to Guatemala City, look on Orbitz.com. La Aurora International Airport is approximately four miles south of Guatemala City's center, and it is 16 miles from Antigua.

Transportation From the La Aurora International Airport

From the airport, you can get to the city by taking the airport shuttle bus. This bus runs from the airport to the city center and most area hotels. Bus 32 leaves every 30 minutes. Taxis are also available for hire at the airport, and they will take you from Guatemala City to Antigua, which will take about one hour. You must pay a $3 departure tax at the airport. Rental cars are available from companies like Avis, Budget, Hertz, and National.

Weather in Guatemala City

Guatemala City has moderate temperatures that are relatively unchanging. Averages as low as 55 degrees Fahrenheit and as high as 78 degrees Fahrenheit are normal throughout the year. The average high temperature tends to stay around 72 to 74 degrees Fahrenheit, no matter what month it is.

Guatemala City's Major Attractions

Some of Guatemala City's major attractions revolve around the rich Spanish-colonial architecture. Street markets are heavily populated, so this is another part of the culture that you should look into experiencing. There are also many museums to visit, such as the Popol Vuh Museum. No matter what you want to do in Guatemala City, Orbitz.com can help you plan your discount activities, get flights to Guatemala City, and make it easier to get around the city.

Frequently asked questions

Are there non-stop flights from San Salvador to Guatemala City?
It is possible to fly directly from El Salvador Intl. Airport Saint Oscar Arnulfo Romero y Galdámez to GUA. In fact, 4 airlines have nonstop services between these locations. Rack up those rewards points with one of these top carriers:

  • CM Airlines
  • TAG Airlines
  • Avianca
  • Volaris Costa Rica

What is the shortest flight from San Salvador to Guatemala City?
Leave that epic movie for your hotel room, because the journey from SAL to La Aurora Intl. Airport can be as quick as 43 minutes.
What airlines fly from San Salvador to Guatemala City most frequently?
These are the carriers that offer frequent flights from SAL to La Aurora Intl. Airport (GUA). Reserve your seat with one of the following and find out why they are passenger favorites: CM Airlines - (CC) with 30 flights every month TAG Airlines - (5U) with 30 flights every month Avianca - (AV) with 30 flights every month Volaris Costa Rica - (Q6) with 13 flights every month
What is the cheapest day of the week to fly?
Consider flying out early in the week to save on your airfare. Orbitz data from 2021 shows that Monday is the cheapest day to depart, followed by Tuesday. Saturday showed the highest average ticket prices likely because many travelers prefer to start their vacation on a weekend.
What is the cheapest month to fly?
We won’t keep you guessing, according to Orbitz data from 2021, the cheapest month to fly is February. Perfect for those who need a weekend getaway, or just a break from it all in the shortest month of the year. Be aware that the most expensive time to fly is during the height of summer in July, and in the holiday month of December.*According to flight demand on Orbitz.com from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change based on departure location, date and destination.

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