Travelling from New York to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE): What you need to know
Organising your flight from New York to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE) begins with finding the right airport to start your adventure from. John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA) are the main departure points in New York.
Book a direct New York to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport flight and you'll be in the air for around 6 hours 45 minutes.
The timezone in Guayaquil is UTC-5, which is one hour behind New York. Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport is located in Guayaquil.
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE) is the most popular route. There are 15 direct departures a week to pick from. If you have things to do before leaving, hop on the last flight with JetBlue Airways at 10:59pm. Choose the first JFK to GYE departure operated by AVIANCA at 1am if you'd rather not wait around.
Your flight from New York to GYE won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
High season means busier airports, so plan to arrive even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stick to your schedule.
Airports in New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
You can jump on a direct flight from New York to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE) out of John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK).
You can travel on a direct flight from New York to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport with AVIANCA. This top carrier operates departures from JFK.
The most frequently booked airline between JFK and GYE is AVIANCA.
JetBlue Airways is the most consistent performer for punctuality on this route.
We make it a breeze to book cheap flights from New York to GYE with a stopover. To explore your options departing from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between JFK and GYE include:
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)
Located around 48 kilometres from the centre of New York, JFK can be reached in about 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
Looking for a comfortable hotel near John F. Kennedy International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from New York to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Of the flights that depart from John F. Kennedy International Airport, 74.1% land on schedule at their destination.
The address for JFK is JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Split up your flight from New York to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Popular stopovers between Newark Liberty International Airport and GYE include:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
EWR is around 24 kilometres from central New York. It'll take 30 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before catching your New York to GYE flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Newark Liberty International Airport:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 73.3%.
EWR is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
You can reserve a plane ticket from New York to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE) out of LaGuardia Airport (LGA) with a stopover. Miami International Airport (MIA) is a major connection point.
The journey to LGA from central New York is around 1 hour by public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you roughly 25 minutes to cover the 18 kilometres or so.
Make catching an early New York to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Book a room at one of these hotels close to LaGuardia Airport and get to the check-in counter without rushing:
LGA has an on-time performance rating of 80.0%. This means the majority of its flights reach their destination as expected and your travel plans stay on track.
You'll find LaGuardia Airport at Hangar 7 Centre.
About Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from New York to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near GYE instead:
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Getting from Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE) to central Guayaquil
Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport is roughly 5 kilometres from central Guayaquil. How long it'll take to get there in a cab or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
It takes around 20 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE)
Right now, P7,831 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is P19,668. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from New York to GYE, book ahead. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first released.
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The best time to fly from New York to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when planning the timing of your trip. April is the quietest month to go to Guayaquil. August is when most people book flights from New York to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE), which may be perfect if you're after more action.
The warmest month in Guayaquil is November, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your New York to GYE plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
August sees temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Look for cheap tickets from New York to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Guayaquil
Once you've booked your flight from New York to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Guayaquil:
Amazon Rainforest and Stella Maris Galapagos Luxury Yacht are just the start of the top attractions to put on your Guayaquil travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Palacio de Cristal.
Explore more of Ecuador
Quito is just one of the many places in Ecuador waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Guayaquil. Around 274 kilometres away to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Free Walking Tour Quito, Quito Historic Centre and Catedral Metropolitana de Quito.
Around 129 kilometres south-east of Guayaquil, Cuenca is another favourite stop in Ecuador. No visit is complete without checking out Inca Ruins, New Cathedral (Catedral de la Immaculada) and Quetzal Park.