Are there direct flights from Quito to Guayaquil?

Yes, direct flights are commonly available from Quito to Guayaquil. Historically, direct flights accounted for 82.7% of all observed flights on this route across the trailing 90 days. For journeys involving a stopover, travelers typically experienced one additional stop.

How long does it take to fly from Quito to Guayaquil?

A direct flight from Quito to Guayaquil typically takes 0 hours and 55 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median travel time is considerably longer, averaging 8 hours and 35 minutes. The route covers a distance of 283 kilometers, making it a relatively short direct journey.

How often do cheap flights from Quito to Guayaquil come up?

Historically, cheap flights from Quito to Guayaquil are a regular occurrence. This route consistently offers opportunities for travelers to find good value. Based on pricing trends over the trailing 30 days, deals appear with dependable frequency.

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Quito to Guayaquil: Overview

Insights for flights from Quito to Guayaquil

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Quito to Guayaquil, fares typically range from $160–$252, with a median of $182. Right now, current fares are above the typical level. New deals show up several times a week, providing regular opportunities to find better prices.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Quito to Guayaquil? The most affordable month to fly is January, with a median fare of just $79. Following closely, February also offers competitive prices with a median of $139. You can also find relatively good prices in September, where the median fare is around $173.

How long is the flight from Quito to Guayaquil? A typical journey between these cities takes about 0h 55m. This route is predominantly served by direct flights from Quito to Guayaquil, as almost all itineraries are non-stop. For the few itineraries that do include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 1.

The distance between Quito and Guayaquil is approximately 283 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul route. This short distance contributes to the quick flight times and frequent direct options available for travelers.

How much is a round trip from Quito to Guayaquil

Regular price: $83 - $190

Prices for flights from Quito to Guayaquil are currently within the regular range.

Regular prices for flights from Quito to Guayaquil typically range from 83 USD to 190 USD. The current lowest deal is 116 USD with Avianca, for travel from Oct 19-Oct 25.

now $116

Low $83

High $190

The cheapest time to fly from Quito to Guayaquil

The cheapest month to fly from UIO to GYE is January, with a median price of 79 USD. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of 220 USD. Generally, prices are lower from January to December.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $79

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $220

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Direct flights from Quito to Guayaquil

Avianca

Last-minute flights going from Quito to Guayaquil

Tue, Oct 6

⌛ Last-Minute

UIO - Guayaquil

Quito (UIO) - Guayaquil (GYE)

LATAM Chile

$134

$163

One-way

Wed, Oct 7

⌛ Last-Minute

UIO - Guayaquil

Quito (UIO) - Guayaquil (GYE)

Avianca

$134

$143

One-way

Wed, Oct 7

⌛ Last-Minute

UIO - Guayaquil

Quito (UIO) - Guayaquil (GYE)

LATAM Chile

$114

$153

One-way

Wed, Oct 7

⌛ Last-Minute

UIO - Guayaquil

Quito (UIO) - Guayaquil (GYE)

LATAM Chile

$131

$156

One-way

Wed, Oct 7

⌛ Last-Minute

UIO - Guayaquil

Quito (UIO) - Guayaquil (GYE)

LATAM Chile

$134

$160

One-way

Thu, Oct 8

⌛ Last-Minute

UIO - Guayaquil

Quito (UIO) - Guayaquil (GYE)

LATAM Chile

$130

$152

One-way

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

7 nights

Oct 21 - Oct 28

$93 → $100

1 night

Oct 21 - Oct 22

$101 → $108

3 nights

Oct 21 - Oct 24

$101 → $108

2 nights

Oct 22 - Oct 24

$100 → $108

Popular Airports to fly from Quito to Guayaquil

Quito - Guayaquil route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Quito to Guayaquil are above the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

January offers the lowest median prices

Historically, January, February, and September have offered the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 0h 55m

Direct flights from Quito to Guayaquil typically take 0h 55m, while connecting flights average 13h 27m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Avianca offers direct flights

Avianca is a direct airline option for flights from Quito to Guayaquil.

🏆 Airline highlight

Avianca has direct deals

Avianca has historically offered direct deals on flights from Quito to Guayaquil.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals on flights from Quito to Guayaquil appear regularly, with 82.7% being direct.

Quito main airports to depart from

Mariscal Sucre International (UIO)

Cheapest

Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) is a convenient departure point for flights to Guayaquil.

📍 ~14 km from Quito (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$116

Guayaquil main airports to arrive at

José Joaquín de Olmedo International (GYE)

Cheapest

José Joaquín de Olmedo International Airport is a convenient arrival point for Guayaquil.

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

💸 Flights from ~$121

Airports nearby Guayaquil used as alternative

Mariscal Sucre International (UIO)

Mariscal Sucre International is a primary international hub with extensive networks and frequent connections to Guayaquil.

📍 ~270 km from Guayaquil (reachable by car, approx. 7-8 hours travel time).

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Guayaquil

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Guayaquil

Historically, booking flights from Quito to Guayaquil 60 or more days in advance typically yields the lowest prices. Across the trailing quarter, the average price for flights booked within this window was $240. In contrast, booking within 0-6 days of departure saw average prices rise to $348. For optimal savings, consider securing your tickets well in advance of your travel date.

Historically, a fare of $160 or less for a flight from Quito to Guayaquil is considered a good price. This threshold represents the lowest 25% of prices observed over the trailing 90 days. The median price for this route during that period was $182, indicating that prices can vary significantly.

Historically, January has been the cheapest month to fly from Quito to Guayaquil, with a median price of $79. February also offered competitive prices, with a median of $139. The annual median price for this route, based on the trailing 270 days, was $182, suggesting that certain months can offer substantial savings.

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Quito to Guayaquil: Overview

Insights for flights from Quito to Guayaquil

How much is a round trip from Quito to Guayaquil

Regular price: $83 - $190

Prices for flights from Quito to Guayaquil are currently within the regular range.

Regular prices for flights from Quito to Guayaquil typically range from 83 USD to 190 USD. The current lowest deal is 116 USD with Avianca, for travel from Oct 19-Oct 25.

now $116

Low $83

High $190

The cheapest time to fly from Quito to Guayaquil

January

Cheapest

Flights from $79

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $220

Jan

Feb

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec