Travelling from Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE) to Jose Marti International Airport (HAV): what you need to know
The timezone in Havana is UTC-4, which is one hour ahead of Guayaquil.
To ensure you catch your GYE to HAV flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport to Jose Marti International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between GYE and HAV:
Tocumen International Airport
Miami International Airport
El Dorado International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE) to Jose Marti International Airport (HAV)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport to Jose Marti International Airport flight is R 11,842. A round-trip plane ticket is currently R 8,160. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from GYE to HAV if you book ahead. Airlines often have some terrific early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport to Jose Marti International Airport throughout the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
Save time searching for cheap flights from GYE to HAV by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport to Jose Marti International Airport.
Handy information about Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE)
Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 89.07% of flights that take off from GYE reach their destination on time.
To get to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport from central Guayaquil, it'll take about 10 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 20 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport to Jose Marti International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to GYE:
Arriving at Jose Marti International Airport (HAV)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport to Jose Marti International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near HAV instead:
Getting from Jose Marti International Airport (HAV) to central Havana
Jose Marti International Airport is roughly 16 kilometres from the centre of Havana. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.
When to fly to Jose Marti International Airport (HAV)
August is the busiest month for flights from Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport to Jose Marti International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Havana in April.
When reserving your flight from Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport to Jose Marti International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Havana, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from GYE to HAV in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) on average.
Explore more of Cuba
Havana has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Cuba waiting to be explored. Around 499 kilometres east of Havana, a trip to Camaguey will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Iglesia de Nuestra Senora de la Merced, Plaza del Carmen and Museo Casa Natal de Carlos J. Finlay.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in Cuba, consider Santa Clara, roughly 257 kilometres east of Havana. Che Guevara Mausoleum, Monumento a la Toma del Tren Blindado and Parque Leoncio Vidal are key highlights.
