Flying from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE): what you need to know
Chicago and Guayaquil share the same timezone, UTC-5.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport on time to board your ORD to GYE flight.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
If you want to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from O'Hare International Airport to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between ORD and GYE:
Tocumen International Airport
Miami International Airport
John F. Kennedy International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE)
Currently, $211 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way O'Hare International Airport to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $457. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
To score cheap tickets from ORD to GYE, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across the month when searching for a flight from O'Hare International Airport to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from ORD to GYE by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
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Handy information about O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
ORD's address is 10000 West O'Hare.
When it comes to O'Hare International Airport's on-time performance, 74.85% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
O'Hare International Airport is around 40 kilometers from central Chicago. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport usually takes 55 minutes.
Booked an early flight from O'Hare International Airport to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near ORD:
Arriving at Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE)
Reserve a hotel close to GYE if you're on a late O'Hare International Airport to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Grab a Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport rental car and explore Guayaquil and beyond with your own wheels. Europcar, Keddy By Europcar and Goldcar are popular providers to choose from here.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport about four weeks before traveling.
Getting from Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE) to central Guayaquil
From Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport, Guayaquil is approximately 6 kilometers away. It takes around 10 minutes to drive to the center.
It takes roughly 20 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE)
The quietest month for a flight from O'Hare International Airport to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Guayaquil based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Before locking in your flight from O'Hare International Airport to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. November is the warmest month in Guayaquil, with the temperature ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
August sees average temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Search for cheap tickets from ORD to GYE sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Ecuador
You've seen Guayaquil, now it's time to discover more of Ecuador. Journey around 274 kilometers north-east to Quito to check off its top sights. From Quito Old Town to Basilica del Voto Nacional and El Panecillo, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 129 kilometers south-east of Guayaquil, Cuenca is another essential stop in Ecuador. Experience major highlights starting with El Museo de Las Conceptas, Museo de las Culturas Aborigenes and Old Cathedral of Cuenca.