What percentage of Lima to Guayaquil flights are direct?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 29.4% of flights from Lima to Guayaquil were direct. For travelers opting for connecting flights, the median number of stopovers was one. This indicates that while direct options are available, a significant portion of routes involve at least one stop.

How many hours is the flight from Lima to Guayaquil?

The typical direct flight from Lima to Guayaquil has a median duration of 2 hours and 10 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median travel time extends to 7 hours and 15 minutes. The distance covered on this route is approximately 1139 kilometers. Travelers should account for these differences when planning their journey.

Is it cheaper to fly direct or with a layover from Lima to Guayaquil?

Historically, it has been cheaper to fly with a layover from Lima to Guayaquil. In the trailing 90 days, connecting flights had a median price of $249, while direct flights had a median price of $326. This represents a premium of 31% for direct flights. While direct options accounted for 37.8% of available routes, choosing a flight with a layover typically offers more savings.

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August 17 - August 21

Cheapest

Best

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LIM - Guayaquil

$358

$257

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August 21 - August 28

LIM - Guayaquil

$342

$260

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August 20 - August 23

LIM - Guayaquil

$357

$260

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August 26 - August 29

LIM - Guayaquil

$356

$260

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September 3 - September 7

LIM - Guayaquil

$327

$278

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August 22 - August 29

LIM - Guayaquil

$341

$282

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September 10 - September 17

LIM - Guayaquil

$316

$282

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September 24 - September 27

LIM - Guayaquil

$219

$282

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September 10 - September 16

LIM - Guayaquil

$212

$282

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September 24 - September 29

LIM - Guayaquil

$217

$282

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Lima to Guayaquil: Overview

Insights for flights from Lima to Guayaquil

Right now, only 3% of recent fares for flights from Lima to Guayaquil are classified as a good price. Fares for this route typically range from $229 to $569, with a median of $355. Current fares are significantly above the typical level, indicating that prices are higher than usual for this route.

The typical journey time for flights from Lima to Guayaquil is 6h 33m, including connections. This duration reflects that most itineraries on this route involve at least one stopover, with the median number of connections being 1.

For travelers looking for cheap flights from Lima to Guayaquil, the cheapest months to fly are February, with a median fare of $215, followed by November at $227, and October at $231. These months offer more favorable pricing compared to the overall median.

Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, with only 29.4% of recent fares being non-stop. When connecting, the median number of stopovers is 1. New deals for this route appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find offers.

The distance between Lima and Guayaquil is 1139 km, categorizing this as a short-haul flight. This relatively short distance contributes to the overall travel options available for this route.

How much is a round trip from Lima to Guayaquil

Regular price: $285 - $376

Prices are currently below the regular range for flights from Lima to Guayaquil.

The regular price range for flights from Lima to Guayaquil is between $285 and $376. The current lowest deal is $257 with Avianca, for travel from Aug 17-Aug 21.

now $257

Low $285

High $376

The cheapest time to fly from Lima to Guayaquil

The cheapest month to fly from LIM to GYE is February, with a median price of $215. The most expensive month is August, with a median price of $324. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $215

August

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Flights from $324

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Direct flights from Lima to Guayaquil

LATAM Chile

Last-minute flights going from Lima to Guayaquil

Mon, Jul 13

⌛ Last-Minute

LIM - Guayaquil

Lima (LIM) - Guayaquil (GYE)

LATAM Chile

$335

$377

One-way

Mon, Jul 13

⌛ Last-Minute

LIM - Guayaquil

Lima (LIM) - Guayaquil (GYE)

LATAM Chile

$357

$394

One-way

Mon, Jul 13

⌛ Last-Minute

LIM - Guayaquil

Lima (LIM) - Guayaquil (GYE)

LATAM Chile

$476

$440

One-way

Tue, Jul 14

⌛ Last-Minute

LIM - Guayaquil

Lima (LIM) - Guayaquil (GYE)

LATAM Chile

$432

$423

One-way

Wed, Jul 15

⌛ Last-Minute

LIM - Guayaquil

Lima (LIM) - Guayaquil (GYE)

LATAM Chile

$356

$385

One-way

Wed, Jul 15

⌛ Last-Minute

LIM - Guayaquil

Lima (LIM) - Guayaquil (GYE)

LATAM Chile

$432

$413

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Lima to Guayaquil

3 nights

Jul 9 - Jul 12

$480 → $410

15%

2 nights

Jul 10 - Jul 12

$465 → $410

12%

1 night

Jul 6 - Jul 7

$483 → $429

11%

2 nights

Aug 19 - Aug 21

$359 → $307

14%

Popular Airports to fly from Lima to Guayaquil

Lima - Guayaquil route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Lima to Guayaquil are below the typical level, with prices around $257.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically cheapest

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly from Lima to Guayaquil, with a median price of $215.

⏱️ Flight duration

Average flight time is 6h 33m

The typical flight duration from Lima to Guayaquil is 6 hours and 33 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with 29.4% of recent fares being direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

LATAM Chile offers direct flights

LATAM Chile is one airline that has offered direct flights on the Lima to Guayaquil route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals for flights from Lima to Guayaquil appear frequently, typically every 30 days.

Lima main airports to depart from

Jorge Chávez International (LIM)

Cheapest

Fly from Lima to Guayaquil from Jorge Chávez International, offering a cheapest option for your trip.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$297

Guayaquil main airports to arrive at

José Joaquín de Olmedo International (GYE)

Cheapest

Arrive at José Joaquín de Olmedo International Airport for direct access to Guayaquil.

📍 ~5 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$297

Airports nearby Guayaquil used as alternative

Mariscal Sucre International (UIO)

Consider UIO as a primary international hub for Ecuador if Guayaquil is unavailable for your travel.

📍 ~300 km from Guayaquil (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$242

Mariscal Lamar International (CUE)

CUE is a reliable domestic alternative with good connectivity to major Ecuadorian cities.

📍 ~125 km from Guayaquil (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$375

Eloy Alfaro International (MEC)

MEC offers a coastal alternative with increasing domestic connectivity, avoiding mountain passes.

📍 ~140 km from Guayaquil (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$278

Cap. FAP Pedro Canga Rodríguez (TBP)

TBP is useful for travelers seeking direct access to the Peruvian domestic flight network.

📍 ~190 km from Guayaquil (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$87

FAP Captain Guillermo Concha Iberico International (PIU)

Cheapest

PIU is a major regional hub in Northern Peru, offering more capacity than Tumbes.

📍 ~340 km from Guayaquil (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$72

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Guayaquil

Guayaquil, Ecuador

42% AI deal score

$1,354

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Guayaquil

Historically, the optimal time to book flights from Lima to Guayaquil to secure lower prices is typically 60 or more days before departure. During the trailing 90 days, flights booked within this window had an average price of $294. In contrast, booking within 0-6 days of departure saw average prices rise to $507. Planning ahead by at least two months generally yields more favorable rates for this route.

Across the trailing quarter, a price of $229 or less for a flight from Lima to Guayaquil is considered a good deal. The median price for this route was $355. Prices can vary, with 75% of observed fares being $569 or less. Travelers aiming for the best value should target fares around the $229 mark.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Lima to Guayaquil include February, with a median price of $215, and November, with a median price of $227. October also offered competitive fares, with a median price of $231. The annual median price for this route was $355, indicating that these months typically offer significant savings compared to the average.

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