Travelling from Mexico City to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE): what you need to know
Mexico City is home to a couple of airports where you can start your adventure. Check out your options for booking a flight from Mexico City to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE) leaving from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) or Santa Lucia Air Force Base (NLU).
The timezone in Guayaquil is UTC-5, which is 1 hour ahead of Mexico City. Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport is located in Guayaquil.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from Mexico City to GYE.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and as much as four hours for international flights. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or grab something to eat.
Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from Mexico City to GYE. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX). Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
El Salvador International Airport (SAL)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
MEX is approximately 8 kilometres from central Mexico City. To work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy travel app will show you the quickest route and your public transport options.
Need a convenient hotel close to Benito Juarez International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Mexico City to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Santa Lucia Air Force Base (NLU)
Split up your flight from Mexico City to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport with a stop so you can recharge or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Some popular stopovers between Santa Lucia Air Force Base and GYE include:
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
El Salvador International Airport (SAL)
NLU is around 40 kilometres from central Mexico City. It takes 55 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 46 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not spend an extra night away at a hotel close to Santa Lucia Air Force Base? Before your flight from Mexico City to GYE, consider staying at Verticca Hotel.
About Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE)
If you have a late flight from Mexico City to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near GYE:
Getting from Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE) to central Guayaquil
Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport to the centre of Guayaquil is about 10 minutes by car. It's approximately 6 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of roughly 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE)
Pick up a one-way ticket from Mexico City to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport from ₹ 12,791 or travel return from just ₹ 25,347. Prices are accurate at the time of listing and may change based on availability when you book.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find flight tickets from Mexico City to GYE if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
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The best time to fly from Mexico City to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Mexico City to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport. August is the most popular month for a trip to Guayaquil. If you want a quieter atmosphere, go in April.
The warmest month in Guayaquil is November, with the temperature ranging between 19ºC and 33ºC. Book your flights from Mexico City to GYE in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap flights from Mexico City to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport in August if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 19ºC and 31ºC on average.
More about Guayaquil
Once you've booked your flight from Mexico City to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Guayaquil:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Malecon 2000, Las Penas and Parque Historico Guayaquil are attractions you won't want to skip in Guayaquil.
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