Flying from Guatemala City Airport (GUA) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL): what you need to know
Philadelphia's timezone is UTC-5, making Philadelphia one hour ahead of Guatemala City.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your GUA to PHL flight.
Travelling during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Guatemala City Airport to Philadelphia International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between GUA and PHL:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Fort Lauderdale International Airport
Cancun Airport
Handy information about Guatemala City Airport (GUA)
Guatemala City Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 88% of flights that depart GUA arrive at their destination as scheduled.
Central Guatemala City to Guatemala City Airport is around 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
You can expect a trip time of around 35 minutes when using public transport.
Have an early flight from Guatemala City Airport to Philadelphia International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to GUA:
Arriving at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Guatemala City Airport to Philadelphia International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near PHL instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Philadelphia International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Budget and venture far and wide through Philadelphia and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Philadelphia International Airport around three weeks before you travel.
Getting from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to central Philadelphia
You'll find PHL at 8500 Essington Ave.
Philadelphia International Airport to the centre of Philadelphia has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport will take you roughly 30 minutes.
When to fly to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
The quietest month for a flight from Guatemala City Airport to Philadelphia International Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Philadelphia based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Lock in your flight from Guatemala City Airport to Philadelphia International Airport for July if you want to explore Philadelphia during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from GUA to PHL in January. Temperatures average between -7ºC (19ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of the United States
Philadelphia has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United States waiting to be discovered. About 129 kilometres north-east of Philadelphia, a visit to New York will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Central Park, Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Boston is another essential stop in the United States and is around 434 kilometres north-east of Philadelphia. No trip is complete without visiting Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Freedom Trail and USS Constitution Museum.
