Flying from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE): what you need to know
Guayaquil is 15 hours behind Brisbane and follows the UTC-5 timezone.
Your BNE to GYE flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Travelling during a peak month such as January? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE)
R 15,918 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Brisbane Airport to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport flight. Return flights start at R 33,174. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from BNE to GYE, book ahead. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when searching for a flight from Brisbane Airport to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from BNE to GYE by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Secure the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Brisbane Airport to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Brisbane Airport (BNE)
When it comes to Brisbane Airport's on-time performance, data shows 66.16% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To get to Brisbane Airport from central Brisbane, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to BNE? If you've booked an early flight from Brisbane Airport to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE)
If you're landing on a late Brisbane Airport to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these hotels near GYE:
Hit the road running by picking up a Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Keddy By Europcar or Goldcar and explore beyond Guayaquil's main sights.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport about four weeks before you set off.
Getting from Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE) to central Guayaquil
Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport is approximately 6 kilometres from central Guayaquil. The drive time takes about 10 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 20 minutes.
When to fly to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE)
The quietest month for a flight from Brisbane Airport to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport is April, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Guayaquil based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Guayaquil is November, with the temperature ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your flights from Brisbane Airport to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
August has average temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Search for cheap tickets from BNE to GYE around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Ecuador
You've seen Guayaquil, now it's time to explore other corners of Ecuador. Travel around 274 kilometres north-east to Quito to tick off its popular sights. From Quito Old Town to Basilica del Voto Nacional and El Panecillo, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 129 kilometres south-east of Guayaquil, Cuenca is another essential stop in Ecuador. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to El Museo de Las Conceptas, Museo de las Culturas Aborigenes and Old Cathedral of Cuenca.
