Travelling from Sacramento to Guatemala City La Aurora Interantional Airport (GUA): What you need to know
The timezone in Guatemala City is UTC-6, which is two hours ahead of Sacramento. Guatemala City La Aurora Interantional Airport is located in Guatemala City.
Leave plenty of time to make your flight from Sacramento to GUA. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're travelling during a peak month like July, get to the terminal even earlier. It's smart to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures. You can expect lines to be longer during high seasons like Thanksgiving and Christmas.
Airports in Sacramento
Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and perhaps even explore another city. When searching for cheap flights from Sacramento to GUA leaving from Sacramento International Airport (SMF), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Here's where you could connect through:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Located around 19 kilometres from central Sacramento, SMF can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 50 minutes.
Spending the night in a hotel can take the stress out of getting to the airport on time. If you need a place to stay before your flight from Sacramento to Guatemala City La Aurora Interantional Airport, consider Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas by IHG. It's an easy drive from Sacramento International Airport.
Sacramento International Airport has a strong on-time record, making delays less likely. Departures from SMF arrive on schedule 81% of the time.
SMF's address is 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Stockton Metropolitan Airport (SCK)
With public transport, you can travel from central Sacramento to SCK in around 1 hour 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 72 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 55 minutes.
Want to add an extra day to your holiday? Think about booking a hotel near Stockton Metropolitan Airport the night before your Sacramento to GUA flight. Holiday Inn Express Stockton Southeast by IHG and Hampton Inn by Hilton Stockton are waiting to check you in.
Stockton Metropolitan Airport has an on-time performance of 59%. This figure provides insight into how often flights departing from this airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
You'll find SCK at 5000 South Airport Way, Room 202.
About Guatemala City La Aurora Interantional Airport (GUA)
If you have a late flight from Sacramento to Guatemala City La Aurora Interantional Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near GUA:
To get the best deal, book your vehicle around one week ahead of your Sacramento to Guatemala City La Aurora Interantional Airport flight.
Getting from Guatemala City La Aurora Interantional Airport (GUA) to central Guatemala City
From Guatemala City La Aurora Interantional Airport, central Guatemala City is around 10 kilometres away. It takes about 20 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of about 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sacramento to Guatemala City La Aurora Interantional Airport (GUA)
At the moment, R 3,907 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sacramento to Guatemala City La Aurora Interantional Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 7,682. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Sacramento to GUA if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
Affordable Sacramento to Guatemala City La Aurora Interantional Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across the month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Sacramento to Guatemala City La Aurora Interantional Airport (GUA)
September is the quietest month for flights from Sacramento to Guatemala City La Aurora Interantional Airport (GUA), while January is the busiest. Work out the ideal time to visit Guatemala City based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your Sacramento to GUA plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. April is the warmest month in Guatemala City, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Sacramento to Guatemala City La Aurora Interantional Airport in January when temperatures are between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
More about Guatemala City
After booking your flight from Sacramento to Guatemala City La Aurora Interantional Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Guatemala City:
Your Guatemala City trip should come with a bit of sightseeing. Top attractions worth exploring include Volcan de Fuego, National Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology and Mirador a Ciudad de Guatemala.
Explore more of Guatemala
Guatemala City has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Guatemala waiting to be discovered. About 113 kilometres west of Guatemala City, a trip to Quetzaltenango will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Mirador De La Virgen, La Meseta del Volcán Santa Maria and Quetzaltenango Cathedral.
Huehuetenango is another essential stop in Guatemala and is around 129 kilometres northwest of Guatemala City. No journey is complete without dropping by Ruinas de Zaculeu, Ruinas and Zaculeu Capilla Huehuetenango.
