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Cheapest round-trip
$592
Typical prices: $568-$860
Copa Airlines
Sat 11/10Sun 11/25
SFO - GYE • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$288
Typical prices: $241-$383
Multiple Airlines
Wed 10/31
SFO - GYE • 3 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between San Francisco and Guayaquil. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
6 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 6 weeks in advance save around 17% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
October
Cheapest • 26% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top layover airports
San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL)
Cheapest • Avg $532 (round-trip)
Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY)
Shortest trip • 11h 52m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Guayaquil (SFO-GYE)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Francisco to Guayaquil

Tue, Nov 10 - Wed, Nov 25
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7:36 pm - 1:42 pmSFO  San Francisco-GYE Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo
15h 06m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
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2:47 pm - 5:25 pmGYE  Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo-SFO San Francisco
29h 38m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
$592Copa Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Thu, Dec 3
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7:36 pm - 11:55 pmSFO  San Francisco-GYE Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo
25h 19m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
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8:23 am - 5:25 pmGYE  Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo-SFO San Francisco
12h 02m1 stop Panama City Tocumen Intl
$603Copa Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Wed, Nov 25
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11:47 pm - 2:34 pmSFO  San Francisco-GYE Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo
11h 47m1 stop Miami
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3:35 pm - 8:43 amGYE  Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo-SFO San Francisco
20h 08m2 stops Miami Los Angeles
$609American Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Wed, Nov 25
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5:22 pm - 2:34 pmSFO  San Francisco-GYE Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo
18h 12m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Miami
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3:35 pm - 8:43 amGYE  Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo-SFO San Francisco
20h 08m2 stops Miami Los Angeles
$609American Airlines
Sun, Oct 25 - Mon, Oct 26
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8:44 pm - 12:03 pmSFO  San Francisco-GYE Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo
13h 19m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
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4:54 pm - 11:12 amGYE  Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo-SFO San Francisco
20h 18m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
$619JetBlue
Thu, Nov 12 - Wed, Dec 2
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2:55 pm - 1:03 pmSFO  San Francisco-GYE Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo
19h 08m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
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6:00 pm - 12:07 pmGYE  Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo-SFO San Francisco
21h 07m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
$631JetBlue
Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9
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1:57 pm - 2:34 pmSFO  San Francisco-GYE Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo
21h 37m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Miami
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3:34 pm - 9:40 amGYE  Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo-SFO San Francisco
21h 06m2 stops Miami Chicago O'Hare Intl
$654GOL
Wed, Nov 4 - Sun, Nov 8
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12:39 pm - 2:34 pmSFO  San Francisco-GYE Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo
22h 55m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Miami
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3:34 pm - 10:53 amGYE  Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo-SFO San Francisco
22h 19m1 stop Miami
$654GOL
Thu, Oct 15 - Sun, Oct 25
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11:55 pm - 5:35 pmSFO  San Francisco-GYE Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo
15h 40m2 stops San Salvador El Salvador Intl Bogotá El Dorado
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9:15 pm - 12:55 pmGYE  Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo-SFO San Francisco
17h 40m2 stops Quito Mariscal Sucr San Salvador El Salvador Intl
$659Avianca
Thu, Oct 15 - Sun, Oct 25
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11:55 pm - 5:35 pmSFO  San Francisco-GYE Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo
15h 40m2 stops San Salvador El Salvador Intl Bogotá El Dorado
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9:15 pm - 12:55 pmGYE  Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo-SFO San Francisco
17h 40m2 stops Quito Mariscal Sucr San Salvador El Salvador Intl
$659Avianca
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Price, demand and travel trends for San Francisco to Guayaquil flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from San Francisco to Guayaquil with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Guayaquil?

Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Guayaquil start at $592. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $568 to $860. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $592 on Copa Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Guayaquil?

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Guayaquil, it is 25% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 11% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Guayaquil?

•October is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Guayaquil at $487 round-trip.
•December ($1,009) and March ($774) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 107% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from San Francisco to Guayaquil the cheapest?

Flights from San Francisco to Guayaquil are cheapest 6 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 17% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for San Francisco to Guayaquil flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

$288
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 1% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 2% lower on average.
Flight from San Francisco to Guayaquil

When to book flights from San Francisco to Guayaquil

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco to Guayaquil based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your San Francisco to Guayaquil flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from San Francisco to Guayaquil?

    Flights from San Francisco to Guayaquil usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo (GYE).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Francisco to Guayaquil?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from San Francisco to Guayaquil:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • Which airports do connecting flights from San Francisco to Guayaquil pass through?

    One-stop flights from San Francisco to Guayaquil most commonly connect through:

    • Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) - 85% of one-stop connections
    • New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) - 5% of one-stop connections
    • Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - 4% of one-stop connections
    • Miami (MIA) - 4% of one-stop connections

    Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Francisco to Guayaquil?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 33% on the San Francisco to Guayaquil route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $496 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $735, a difference of $239. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How expensive are last-minute San Francisco to Guayaquil flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 2% above the route average of $660. Book 6 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from San Francisco to Guayaquil?

    A nonstop flight from San Francisco to Guayaquil takes 0h 00m, covering 3,860 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from San Francisco to Guayaquil?

    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.

  • Have flight prices from San Francisco to Guayaquil changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $592 to $3,115. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from San Francisco to Guayaquil looking right now?

    One-way fares from San Francisco to Guayaquil are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $411, which is 45% above the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from San Francisco to Guayaquil?

    Flying via San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 10h 32m, compared with 11h 52m via Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) and 15h 12m via Miami (MIA).

  • What is the time difference between San Francisco and Guayaquil?

    Guayaquil is 2 hours ahead of San Francisco (Ecuador Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE)?

    Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $13 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Europcar
    • Fox
    • Sixt
    • Alamo
    • keddy by Europcar

  • How much should I expect to pay for a San Francisco to Guayaquil flight?

    Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Guayaquil range from $568 to $860, with an average of $660 over the past 12 months. Anything below $568 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking San Francisco to Guayaquil flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Thursday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Thursday flights average $496 - about $239 less than Sunday (33% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 6 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 17% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Francisco to Guayaquil trip for October. Fares historically average $487 round-trip in that month - typically $522 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport.
    - Sheraton Guayaquil Hotel
    - Radisson Hotel Guayaquil
    - Wyndham Guayaquil Puerto Santa Ana

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