Cheap flights from Des Moines to Guatemala City from £112

Cheap flights from Des Moines to Guatemala City from £112

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2 stops
Sat, May 2
Des Moines DSMGuatemala City GUA
£112
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2 stops
Sun, May 3
Des Moines DSMGuatemala City GUA
£147
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1 stop
Fri, May 1
Des Moines DSMGuatemala City GUA
£147
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2 stops
Fri, May 1
Des Moines DSMGuatemala City GUA
£162
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2 stops
Sun, May 3
Des Moines DSMGuatemala City GUA
£170
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2 stops
Sun, May 3
Des Moines DSMGuatemala City GUA
£188
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Thu, Apr 30 – Sun, May 3
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£387
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Thu, Apr 30 – Sun, May 3
Des Moines DSMGuatemala City GUA
£388
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2 stops
Thu, Apr 30 – Sun, May 3
Des Moines DSMGuatemala City GUA
£392
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Thu, Apr 30 – Sun, May 3
Des Moines DSMGuatemala City GUA
£446
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Thu, Apr 30 – Sun, May 3
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Mon, Apr 27 – Thu, Apr 30
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£484
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How much do flights to Guatemala City cost?

Cheapest one-way trip

£112

Cheapest round-trip

£387

Average round-trip

£416

Includes rare itinerary

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Most popular airline

Allegiant Air

Getting from Guatemala City's airport to the city center

Fastest options: taxi or private transfer. Best value: authorized airport shuttles and ride-hailing services.

Guatemala City is served by La Aurora International Airport (GUA), located approximately 6 km south of the city center. This proximity makes airport transfers to city center destinations relatively quick, though traffic congestion can significantly impact travel times, especially during rush hours. Transport options include authorized airport taxis, ride-hailing services, private transfers, and rental cars. Public bus service to the airport is limited and generally not recommended for visitors due to safety concerns. Most travelers opt for taxis or pre-arranged transfers for convenience and security.

Transport Option

Typical Time

Typical Cost

Frequency

Best For

15-45 min

Q 80-Q 120 (GTQ 80–120 (~USD 10–15); fixed zone rates)

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

safe door-to-door service

15-45 min

Q 50-Q 100 (GTQ 50–100 (~USD 6–13); varies with demand)

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

budget-conscious travelers

15-45 min

Q 150-Q 300 (GTQ 150–300 (~USD 19–39); pre-booked)

pre-booked (traffic dependent)

groups and business travelers

15-45 min

Q 200-Q 400 (GTQ 200–400 (~USD 26–52) per day)

on-demand during office hours (traffic dependent)

flexible itineraries

20-50 min

Q 0-Q 100 (GTQ 0–100 (~USD 0–13); often complimentary)

scheduled by hotel (traffic dependent)

hotel guests

Notes:

  • Prices in GTQ; table created in 2025 and subject to change.
  • Traffic in Guatemala City can be heavy, especially during morning (7–9 AM) and evening (5–8 PM) rush hours.
  • Authorized airport taxis operate from designated stands inside the arrivals hall for added security.
  • Ride-hailing pickup points are located outside the terminal; follow airport signage.
  • We recommend checking official transport websites for your travel planning.

Updated: December 2025

Key info about flying to Guatemala City

Depart from
Des Moines International
Arrive to
La Aurora International
Average flights per week
156
Flight distance
Worth visiting
Copan - Lago Atitlan, Guatemala - Ruta De Las Flores, El Salvador

Check-in for a flight from Des Moines to Guatemala City

NameCarrier codeIATA CodePassport needed during booking
Allegiant AirAAYG4No
Spirit AirlinesNKSNKNo
United AirlinesUALUANo
AviancaAVAAVNo
JetBlue AirwaysJBUB6No

Online check-in is not available for these airlines.

Weather in Guatemala City

Average Weather

MonthAverage monthly max temperatureAverage monthly min temperature
January24°C12°C
February25°C12°C
March27°C13°C
April27°C15°C
May25°C16°C
June23°C15°C
July24°C14°C
August24°C14°C
September23°C15°C
October23°C14°C
November22°C13°C
December23°C12°C
Hottest Month
27°C
April
Coldest month
12°C
January
Sunny days
216
days per year

14 day forecast

Sunday
12 Apr
28°C14°C
19 Apr
84%
28°C17°C
Monday
13 Apr
80%
28°C15°C
20 Apr
28°C16°C
Tuesday
14 Apr
85%
28°C15°C
21 Apr
72%
28°C15°C
Wednesday
15 Apr
88%
27°C15°C
22 Apr
81%
28°C15°C
Thursday
16 Apr
87%
29°C15°C
23 Apr
89%
28°C15°C
Friday
17 Apr
28°C15°C
24 Apr
79%
26°C16°C
Saturday
18 Apr
75%
29°C15°C
25 Apr
82%
25°C16°C
The most popular airlines for this route are Allegiant Air, Spirit Airlines, United Airlines, Avianca, and JetBlue Airways. Des Moines and Guatemala City have 156 direct flights per week. When you arrive at Guatemala City, consider visiting Copan, Lago Atitlan, Guatemala, and Ruta De Las Flores, El Salvador.

Frequently asked questions

What are the most popular routes to and from Des Moines?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Des Moines and Las Vegas, Nashville, Phoenix, Istanbul, Austin, Santa Ana, Orlando, Guadalajara, Tampa, Houston, Sarasota, Shanghai, Winnipeg, Montreal, Kathmandu, Punta Gorda, Malé, Boston, Monrovia, Mexico City.
What are the most popular routes to and from Guatemala City?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Guatemala City and London, Los Angeles, Cancún, Mexico City, Montreal, New York, Lima, Vancouver, Toronto, Washington, D.C., Orlando, San José, Miami, Calgary, Atlanta, Houston, Boston, Panama, Bogotá, Chicago.
What airports are near Des Moines?
The main airport in Des Moines is Des Moines International. It is also served by Des Moines International, Eppley Airfield, The Eastern Iowa, Kirksville Regional, Southeast Iowa Regional, Fort Dodge Regional, Mason City Municipal, Waterloo Regional, Sioux Gateway.
What airports are near Guatemala City?
The main airport in Guatemala City is La Aurora International. It is also served by La Aurora International.
Which airlines fly between Des Moines and Guatemala City?
Currently, you can fly between Des Moines and Guatemala City with Allegiant Air, Spirit Airlines, United Airlines, Avianca, JetBlue Airways.
When’s the best time to travel between Des Moines and Guatemala City?
If you don’t have specific dates for your trip between Des Moines and Guatemala City, you can enter a date range into the departure and return fields. Most carriers on the Kiwi.com website allow you to search and book up to six months from the day of your search. Order the search results by the best, cheapest, or fastest route, or find the cheapest outbound and return combination in the pricing table.
What flights operate between Des Moines and Guatemala City?
Traveling between Des Moines and Guatemala City, you can choose between direct (nonstop) flights or flights with one or more stops. You can select the number of stops on your journey, including an overnight stopover, and the duration of the stopover. What’s more, you can also select where you want to have your stopover. Want to say "Hi" to a friend in another city en route to your destination? Or fancy a quick round of shopping? Go Multi-City or Nomad and add places to your search that you wish to visit.
How many airports are there near Des Moines?
There are a number of airports in and around Des Moines. The main one is Des Moines International and other nearby airports include Des Moines International, Eppley Airfield, The Eastern Iowa, Kirksville Regional, Southeast Iowa Regional, Fort Dodge Regional, Mason City Municipal, Waterloo Regional, Sioux Gateway
How many airports are there near Guatemala City?
There are a number of airports in and around Guatemala City. The main one is La Aurora International and other nearby airports include La Aurora International.
What time do nonstop (direct) flights between Des Moines and Guatemala City depart?
What time do nonstop (direct) flights between Des Moines and Guatemala City arrive?
What time do flights between Des Moines and Guatemala City depart?
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