Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE): what you need to know
Guayaquil's timezone is UTC-5, making Guayaquil five hours behind London.
To ensure you catch your LHR to GYE flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from London Heathrow Airport to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between LHR and GYE include:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
John F. Kennedy International Airport
Miami International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE)
R 8,735 is the lowest price for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 16,029. These fares may change depending on demand.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from LHR to GYE. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across the month and score a great deal.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from LHR to GYE by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from London Heathrow Airport to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport.
Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
When it comes to London Heathrow Airport's on-time performance, data shows 68.18% of flights complete their journey on time.
London Heathrow Airport is about 31 kilometres from central London. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 55 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of around 1 hour when using public transport.
Need a handy hotel close to LHR? If you're boarding an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a London Heathrow Airport to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near GYE instead:
Pick up a Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport rental car and discover Guayaquil and beyond with your own wheels. Europcar, Keddy By Europcar and Goldcar are popular outlets you can book with here.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport around four weeks before travelling.
Getting from Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE) to central Guayaquil
From Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport, Guayaquil is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 20 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE)
The quietest month for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport is April, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Guayaquil based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. November is the warmest month in Guayaquil, with the temperature ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from LHR to GYE in August if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) on average.
Explore more of Ecuador
Quito is just one of the many places in Ecuador waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Guayaquil. Around 274 kilometres away to the north-east, well-known attractions include Quito Old Town, Basilica del Voto Nacional and El Panecillo.
If you're looking to explore another side of Ecuador, head for Cuenca, about 129 kilometres south-east of Guayaquil. El Museo de Las Conceptas, Museo de las Culturas Aborigenes and Old Cathedral of Cuenca are key highlights.