Flying from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 4 hours 25 minutes.
Guayaquil's timezone is UTC-5, which makes Guayaquil one hour behind Fort Lauderdale.
Choose from 46 weekly Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport flights. The 19:27 departure with JetBlue Airways is the earliest flight you can take. JetBlue Airways operates the last service of the day at 19:36.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your FLL to GYE flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
JetBlue Airways has direct flights from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Guayaquil — and maybe even more of Ecuador if your schedule allows.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is JetBlue Airways.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrivals for FLL to GYE flights is Spirit Airlines.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between FLL and GYE:
Tocumen International Airport
El Dorado International Airport
Las Americas International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport flight is R 1,465. A round-trip ticket right now is R 4,073. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To secure cheap tickets from FLL to GYE, reserve your journey six months before your departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
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Handy information about Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
FLL is located at 320 Terminal Drive.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, data shows 73.74% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To reach Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport from central Fort Lauderdale, it'll take around 15 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 25 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to FLL? If you've booked an early flight from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near GYE instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Keddy By Europcar or Goldcar to explore Guayaquil and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport around four weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE) to central Guayaquil
Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport to central Guayaquil has a drive time of about 10 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport takes roughly 20 minutes.
When to fly to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Guayaquil. If you're after a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport for November if you'd like to visit Guayaquil during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from FLL to GYE in August if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) on average.
Explore more of Ecuador
Guayaquil has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Ecuador just waiting to be discovered. Around 274 kilometres north-east of Guayaquil, a trip to Quito will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Quito Old Town, Basilica del Voto Nacional and El Panecillo.
If you're eager to discover another corner of Ecuador, head for Cuenca, roughly 129 kilometres south-east of Guayaquil. El Museo de Las Conceptas, Museo de las Culturas Aborigenes and Old Cathedral of Cuenca are key highlights.
