Guatemala City to New York (GUA–JFK) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
GUA–JFK is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. JetBlue, avianca and Copa Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 2,064 miles in approximately 4h 40m. Beyond nonstop, 25 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B6 JetBlue | 7 | 321 | 4h50 | – | – | – |
| AV avianca | 3 | 32N | 4h40 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| CM Copa Airlines | 1 | – | – | – | Star Alliance | – |
| LR Avianca Costa Rica | 0 | – | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach New York from Guatemala City
| Metric | GUA→JFK | SAL→JFK | SAP→JFK |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from GUA | – | 126 mi | 184 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 7 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 10 | 37 | 6 |
| Flight time | 4h 40m | 4h 30m | 4h 31m |
Travel Essentials
GUA: CST · JFK: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Guatemala City, it's 8:00 PM in New York.
AirTrain to Jamaica Station (8–10 min, $8.50) connects to the NYC subway A/E trains and LIRR. Total fare to midtown Manhattan is $9.25 via subway or $10–15 via LIRR; both take 50–70 minutes total. NYC taxis from JFK to Manhattan are metered (flat rate only applies to the Manhattan-to-JFK direction); expect $50–70 plus tolls.Ride-shares from JFK pick up at the designated lot; follow signs rather than waiting at terminal curbs. Car services and shared vans to Manhattan are available from the Ground Transportation desks.
Humid continental climate with hot summers and cold winters. July–August averages 25–32°C with high humidity and frequent afternoon thunderstorms that cause ground delays. Nor'easters hit December through March, occasionally dumping 30–60 cm of snow and causing widespread cancellations. JFK is slower to recover than inland airports due to wind exposure.
Fog is a disruption risk in spring. Fall (September–October) offers the most stable flying weather. Hurricane remnants reach New York in September–October. Sandy-level events are rare but possible.
GUA–JFK Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from GUA to JFK
La Aurora International Airport (GUA) and John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) are connected by nonstop service from avianca, JetBlue, Copa Airlines and Avianca Costa Rica. With 10 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
GUA to JFK Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from GUA to JFK ranges from 4 hours 40 minutes to 4 hours 50 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,064 miles (3,321 km). There are approximately 10 weekly flights outbound and 11 return, totaling 21 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
25 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via BHM. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include San Salvador (San Luis Talpa) (SAL) and San Pedro Sula (SAP).