On this page, you can book flights from Quito to Guayaquil. The shortest distance between the cities is 266 km, with about 92 flights operating weekly on this route.
Regular air service is provided by LA, IB, and AV. Flight prices change constantly, so we recommend using the low-price calendar and checking out information on how to get to the airport in Quito and how to get from Guayaquil airport to the city center.
The table shows direct flights Quito → Guayaquil on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 53 min. Regular flights are operated by Avianca, Latam Airlines Group and Iberia. Departures from Mariscal Sucre International Airport airports, arrivals at Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Quito — Guayaquil by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 262 in J, and the most expensive are around AED 415 in u. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Quito → Guayaquil, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 476 | high | May | AED 411 | low | Sep | AED 391 | low |
| Feb | AED 401 | low | Jun | AED 441 | medium | Oct | AED 401 | low |
| Mar | AED 451 | medium | Jul | AED 501 | high | Nov | AED 441 | medium |
| Apr | AED 491 | high | Aug | AED 501 | high | Dec | AED 527 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Guayaquil remains consistently hot throughout the year, with peak temperatures in December reaching up to 29.7°C. The rainiest period occurs in February and March, when precipitation exceeds 375 mm per month.
The most budget-friendly flights are available in January, with ticket prices starting AED 262. Statistically, April is considered the most expensive month to travel, with fares rising AED 415.
The optimal time to fly is between August and November: this period sees the driest weather, and flight prices stay around AED 263. It is best to avoid February due to peak rainfall.
Three airlines operate on the Quito — Guayaquil route, with LATAM Airlines and Avianca being the primary carriers. Most flights are direct, allowing you to cover the distance between the cities in less than an hour. About 92 departures are available weekly; a detailed schedule by day of the week and route details for each company are provided in the list below.
Flights Quito — Guayaquil depart from Mariscal Sucre International Airport and arrive at Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The approximate travel time is about 50 minutes, given that the straight-line distance between the cities is 266 km.
Regular flights between the cities are operated by LATAM Airlines, Iberia, and Avianca.
Yes, the vast majority of flights on this route are direct, providing a quick connection between the capital and the country's largest city.
To find great deals, we recommend booking tickets 1–2 months before your trip and monitoring the current price chart on this page.
All flights from Quito arrive at José Joaquín de Olmedo International Airport (GYE).
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