Travelling from La Aurora International Airport (GUA) to San Diego: what you need to know
The timezone in San Diego is UTC-7. The city is 1 hour behind Guatemala City, where La Aurora International Airport is located.
To ensure you get on your flight from GUA to San Diego, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You can expect longer lines in popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and perhaps even explore a different city. When browsing flights from GUA to San Diego, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
If you have a passport from Guatemala, you'll need an embassy visa to visit United States. This applies if you're booking a cheap ticket from La Aurora International Airport to San Diego for tourism purposes. Requirements may be different if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always check official visa guidelines before you make travel plans and certainly before flying.
Central Guatemala City to GUA is approximately 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Booked an early flight from La Aurora International Airport to San Diego? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to GUA:
How to find the cheapest flights from La Aurora International Airport (GUA) to San Diego
ج.م. 10,398 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from La Aurora International Airport to San Diego. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ج.م. 19,830. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from GUA to San Diego if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
Getting cheap tickets from La Aurora International Airport to San Diego is easy if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to show the lowest fares throughout the month and bag a great deal.
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Airports in San Diego
San Diego International Airport (SAN)
San Diego International Airport (SAN) is around 5 kilometres from central San Diego. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 9 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 20 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel close to SAN if you have a late flight from La Aurora International Airport to San Diego. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
Central San Diego is about 56 kilometres from McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD). After your flight from La Aurora International Airport to San Diego has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 39 minutes.
You can also travel using public transport, which will take around 2 hours and 14 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel close to CLD. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from GUA to San Diego:
Best time to go to San Diego
July is the most popular month to board a flight from La Aurora International Airport to San Diego while May is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to San Diego, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
Before locking in your flight from La Aurora International Airport to San Diego, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in San Diego, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC to 28ºC.
February sees average temperatures of between 7ºC and 23ºC. Look for cheap flights from GUA to San Diego sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about San Diego
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in San Diego right here. Explore these hotels once you've booked your flight from La Aurora International Airport to San Diego:
San Diego Zoo and USS Midway Museum are a couple of top attractions to put on your San Diego must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at SeaWorld San Diego.
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