New York to Guayaquil (JFK–GYE) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
JFK–GYE is served by 5 airlines with nonstop service. JetBlue, avianca and LATAM Chile lead the route. The flight covers 2,982 miles in approximately 5h 42m. Beyond nonstop, 16 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B6 JetBlue | 14 | 321 | 6h31-6h33 | – | – | |
| AV avianca | 12 | 32N | 6h30 | Star Alliance | – | |
| LA LATAM Chile | 7 | 320 | 6h45 | – | – | |
| XL LAN Ecuador | 2 | A20N | 5h42 | – | – | |
| 2K Avianca Ecuador | 1 | A20N | 6h09 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
JFK: EDT · GYE: -05
When it's 6:00 PM in New York, it's 5:00 PM in Guayaquil.
US passport holders enter Ecuador visa-free for stays up to 90 days within any 12-month period. No advance application is needed. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. Proof of onward travel and proof of funds may be requested at immigration. The 90-day allowance cannot be extended without applying for a different visa type.
The AirTrain connects JFK to the NYC subway and Long Island Rail Road at Jamaica Station (Howard Beach is the other connection point). Subway fare plus AirTrain totals $9.25 from midtown Manhattan; allow 60–75 minutes. LIRR from Penn Station takes 25–30 minutes to Jamaica, then 8–10 minutes on AirTrain; total fare around $10–15 depending on time of day.Taxis from Manhattan to JFK are a flat rate of $70 plus tolls and tip ($85–95 all-in). Ride-shares cost $45–80 depending on traffic and time of day. A dedicated express rail (JFK Connect) has been proposed but does not exist yet.
JFK–GYE Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from JFK to GYE
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and José Joaquín de Olmedo International Airport (GYE) are connected by nonstop service from Avianca Ecuador, avianca, JetBlue, LATAM Chile and LAN Ecuador. With 36 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
JFK to GYE Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from JFK to GYE ranges from 5 hours 42 minutes to 6 hours 45 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,982 miles (4,799 km). There are approximately 36 weekly flights outbound and 29 return, totaling 65 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
16 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 8 hours via BOS. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.