Guayaquil to New York (GYE–JFK) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
GYE–JFK is served by 5 airlines with nonstop service. avianca, JetBlue and LATAM Chile lead the route. The flight covers 2,982 miles in approximately 5h 46m. Beyond nonstop, 15 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AV avianca | 12 | 32N | 6h40 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| B6 JetBlue | 7 | A21N | 6h31 | – | – | – |
| LA LATAM Chile | 7 | 320 | 6h40 | – | – | – |
| XL LAN Ecuador | 2 | A20N | 5h46 | – | – | – |
| 2K Avianca Ecuador | 1 | A20N | 6h14 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach New York from Guayaquil
| Metric | GYE→JFK | UIO→JFK |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from GYE | – | 176 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 5 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 29 | 9 |
| Flight time | 5h 46m | 5h 47m |
Travel Essentials
GYE: -05 · JFK: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Guayaquil, it's 7:00 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.
GYE–JFK Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from GYE to JFK
José Joaquín de Olmedo International Airport (GYE) and John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) are connected by nonstop service from Avianca Ecuador, avianca, JetBlue, LATAM Chile and LAN Ecuador. With 29 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
GYE to JFK Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from GYE to JFK ranges from 5 hours 46 minutes to 6 hours 40 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,982 miles (4,799 km). There are approximately 29 weekly flights outbound and 36 return, totaling 65 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
15 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 9 hours via AEX. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Quito (UIO).