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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Los Angeles to Guatemala City:

• Earliest: departs at 12:20 am and lands at 5:06 am
• Latest: departs at 11:33 pm and lands at 4:19 am.

The flight takes about 4h 46m.

Four cabin classes are available on flights from Los Angeles to Guatemala City:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class

Prices vary by airline.

A nonstop flight from Los Angeles to Guatemala City takes 4h 46m, covering 2,193 miles.

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Guatemala City range from $374 to $645, with an average of $496 over the past 12 months. Anything below $374 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 9% above the $496 route average. Book 21 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $423 round-trip via Miami (MIA), compared to $494 for nonstop.

Avianca is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while United Airlines has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Los Angeles to Guatemala City flights are:

• Avianca: 97% on time
• United Airlines: 92% on time
• Alaska Airlines: 89% on time

Overall, flights on this route are punctual 90% of the time on average.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $30–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Boeing 737 MAX 8 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by United Airlines and American Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320neo variants.

Night is the busiest departure period on Los Angeles to Guatemala City flights, with 40% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 20%, afternoon flights for 20%, and evening flights for 20%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $381 to $2,730. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Los Angeles to Guatemala City flights:

• Alaska Airlines
• JetBlue

Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

One-way fares from Los Angeles to Guatemala City are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $198, which is 15% below the typical average for this route.

Guatemala City La Aurora Airport (GUA) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $4 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Fox
• Europcar
• Alamo
• Ace
• Thrifty

Flights from Los Angeles to Guatemala City usually depart from Los Angeles (LAX) and arrive at Guatemala City La Aurora (GUA).

Afternoon flights have the fewest delays on this route, while morning departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Los Angeles to Guatemala City route, 10% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1h 41m.

One-stop flights from Los Angeles to Guatemala City most commonly connect through:

• San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL) - 38% of one-stop connections
• Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 22% of one-stop connections
• Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX) - 17% of one-stop connections
• Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) - 8% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 9% on flights from Los Angeles to Guatemala City. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $481 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $527, a difference of $46.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

5 airlines operate flights between Los Angeles and Guatemala City. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• Alaska Airlines
• Avianca
• Volaris Costa Rica
• United Airlines
• Frontier

Flying via San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 8h 45m, compared with 9h 37m via Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX) and 10h 38m via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH).

Guatemala City is 1 hour ahead of Los Angeles (Central Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in Guatemala City are National Palace of Culture and Catedral Primada Metropolitana de Santiago. These are among the most viewed places in Guatemala City on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Los Angeles to Guatemala City flights:

• Volaris Costa Rica: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Alaska Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Avianca: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Frontier: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Volaris Costa Rica: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Alaska Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Avianca: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

There are no hotels located directly onsite at La Aurora International Airport, but there are a number of hotels within just a few minutes’ drive of the airport. For instance, Suites Terraza Imperial, Adriatika Hotel Boutique, and Hilton Garden Inn Guatemala City are all within two miles of the airport and also all offer complimentary transport service to and from the airport.

Yes, nonstop flights from Los Angeles to Guatemala City are offered by Delta Air Lines, Avianca, and Volaris Costa Rica. There are also many one-stop flights offered by Avianca, Interjet, and American Airlines with layovers in cities like Mexico City, San Salvador, and Dallas.

Taxis are certainly the quickest and most convenient way for travelers to get from the airport to downtown Guatemala City. Public buses are also available but they are often on the slower side and can become crowded during peak hours. Additionally, taxis are very affordable so they are often a better alternative to public transport for travelers from abroad.

Tom Bradley International Terminal is the largest terminal in Los Angeles International Airport and also had a wide array of dining options available. Restaurant options range from pizza at 800 Degrees Pizza to Japanese delights at Chaya Sushi. There are also upscale options like Petrossian Caviar & Champagne Bar.