Fort Lauderdale to Guatemala City (FLL–GUA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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FLL–GUA is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. JetBlue and Spirit Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,039 miles in approximately 2h 45m. Beyond nonstop, 25 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B6 JetBlue | 7 | A21N | 2h50 | – | – | |
| NK Spirit Airlines | 4 | 321 | 2h45 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Guatemala City from Fort Lauderdale
| Metric | FLL→GUA | MIA→GUA |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from FLL | – | 21 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 12 |
| Weekly flights | 11 | 57 |
| Flight time | 2h 45m | 1h 49m |
| Departure OTP | 43% | – |
Travel Essentials
FLL: EDT · GUA: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Fort Lauderdale, it's 4:00 PM in Guatemala City.
US passport holders enter Guatemala visa-free for up to 90 days. No advance application is needed. Guatemala is part of the CA-4 agreement with El Salvador, Honduras, and Nicaragua, meaning the 90-day period is shared across all four countries. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. At La Aurora International Airport (GUA) in Guatemala City, immigration stamps your passport after a quick review.
The 90-day CA-4 clock starts when you enter any of the four member countries and does not reset when crossing borders between them. For stays beyond 90 days, apply for an extension at the Dirección General de Migración in Guatemala City (fee: GTQ 200, about $26). Antigua Guatemala, Lake Atitlán, and Tikal are the main draws. Spanish language schools in Antigua and around Lake Atitlán attract thousands of students year-round, with one-on-one instruction starting at $150 per week including homestay.
Direct flights from Miami (MIA) to Guatemala City run about 2 hours 45 minutes on American Airlines and Avianca. Houston (IAH) to GUA runs about 3 hours on United. Fort Lauderdale and Los Angeles also have direct service. Guatemala uses the Guatemalan quetzal (GTQ), trading at roughly 7.7 GTQ per $1. US dollars are accepted at tourist-oriented businesses but not universally. ATMs are common in cities and tourist towns. Card payments work at hotels and restaurants. Chicken buses (repurposed US school buses) are the cheapest transport at GTQ 5 to GTQ 25 per ride. Tourist shuttles between Antigua, Lake Atitlán, and Flores (for Tikal) cost $15 to $50 per person.
Broward County Transit Route 1 runs from downtown Fort Lauderdale to the airport (30–40 min, $2), but it is slow with many stops. The airport has no direct rail link; Brightline's FLL station is 1.5 miles away with a shuttle connection.Ride-shares cost $15–25 from Fort Lauderdale and $35–55 from Miami Beach. Taxis are metered. I-595 and I-95 access can be congested during Miami rush hour (7–9am and 4–7pm).
FLL–GUA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from FLL to GUA
Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport (FLL) and La Aurora International Airport (GUA) are connected by nonstop service from JetBlue and Spirit Airlines. With 11 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
FLL to GUA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from FLL to GUA ranges from 2 hours 45 minutes to 2 hours 50 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,039 miles (1,672 km). There are approximately 11 weekly flights outbound and 11 return, totaling 22 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
25 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via SAL. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Miami (MIA).