Minneapolis to Guayaquil (MSP–GYE) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

✦ 1-Stop connections via 4 hubs
MIA Miami 9h 57m AADLQR AAAVG6 Miami (MIA) to Guayaquil flights
JFK New York 10h 12m AMDLKE 2KAVB6 New York (JFK) to Guayaquil flights
FLL Fort Lauderdale 14h 10m DLWS B6NK Fort Lauderdale (FLL) to Guayaquil flights
SJO San José (Alajuela) ~8h 49m AV San José (Alajuela) (SJO) to Guayaquil flights
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Minneapolis to Guayaquil
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.

While no nonstop service exists between MSP and GYE, 1-stop connecting options are available.

Connection Landscape

1-stop and 2-stop options for MSP to GYE.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
4
Hubs
~8h
Fastest
~14h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
354
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
MSP → GYE
78%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
78%
Return
GYE → MSP
90%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
90%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. MSP delays →

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Guayaquil is 0 hours the same as Minneapolis.
MSP: CDT · GYE: -05

When it's 6:00 PM in Minneapolis, it's 6:00 PM in Guayaquil.
Visa & Entry

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.

Getting to MSP

Metro Blue Line light rail runs from downtown Minneapolis (Warehouse District/Hennepin station) to T1-Lindbergh in 25–28 minutes ($2.50). The line also connects the Mall of America (Bloomington) in 13 minutes to the same station. T2-Humphrey (primarily Sun Country and charter flights) requires a free shuttle from T1 or a direct Blue Line stop at the Terminal 2-Humphrey station.Taxis and ride-hails from downtown Minneapolis cost $25–40 and take 15–30 minutes. The airport is conveniently close to both downtowns; St. Paul is 10–15 minutes by car.

MSP–GYE Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Minneapolis to Guayaquil route.
Route details
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connectionsAvailable
Origin: MSP
IATA / ICAOMSP / KMSP
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr36.1M
Elevation841 ft / 256 m
Destination: GYE
IATA / ICAOGYE / SEGU
TimezoneAmerica/Guayaquil
Passengers/yr4.2M
Elevation19 ft / 6 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about MSP to GYE flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time. Common connecting points include Miami, John F. Kennedy and Fort Lauderdale Hollywood.
Yes, return flights from GYE to MSP are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Miami, John F. Kennedy and Fort Lauderdale Hollywood. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.