Traveling from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE): what you need to know
Guayaquil's timezone is UTC-5, which makes Guayaquil one hour behind Durham.
To ensure you catch your RDU to GYE flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Stopovers between RDU and GYE include:
Tocumen International Airport
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport
John F. Kennedy International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport flight is $212. A return plane ticket is currently $415. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To score cheap tickets from RDU to GYE, book early. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport across the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from RDU to GYE by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport.
Handy information about Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
80.09% of flights leaving Raleigh-Durham International Airport arrive at their destination as planned. Given its reliable on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when setting off from RDU.
Raleigh-Durham International Airport is around 23 kilometers from central Durham. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near RDU? If you're catching an early flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near GYE instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Europcar, Keddy By Europcar or Goldcar and experience more of Guayaquil and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport around four weeks before you set off.
Getting from Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE) to central Guayaquil
Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport to central Guayaquil has a drive time of about 10 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometers away.
It'll take around 20 minutes if you're traveling by public transport.
When to fly to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE)
August is the most popular month for flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Guayaquil in April.
Lock in your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport for November if you want to go to Guayaquil during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from RDU to GYE in August if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) on average.
Explore more of Ecuador
Quito is just one of the many places in Ecuador waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Guayaquil. Around 274 kilometers away to the north-east, top sights here include Quito Old Town, Basilica del Voto Nacional and El Panecillo.
Around 129 kilometers south-east of Guayaquil, Cuenca is another favorite stop in Ecuador. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at El Museo de Las Conceptas, Museo de las Culturas Aborigenes and Old Cathedral of Cuenca.
