⏰ Minimum Connection Times
Domestic → Domestic
45
minutes
Domestic → International
75
minutes
International → Domestic
75
minutes
International → International
90
minutes
Interline Connections
115
minutes
🏢 Terminal Information
La Aurora International Airport features a single terminal building that serves as Guatemala's primary international gateway and the hub for Central American connections. The terminal layout is compact with walking distances of 3-4 minutes from check-in to gates, though immigration and security lines can extend significantly during morning departure peaks to North American destinations and evening arrivals from Miami and Houston. The airport offers basic but functional amenities including duty-free shopping featuring Guatemalan coffee, textiles, and jade jewelry, several restaurants serving both international and local cuisine including pepián and kak'ik traditional dishes, and comfortable seating areas with charging stations. Security screening can be lengthy during peak hours, particularly for international flights, and travelers should arrive early during holiday periods when Guatemalan diaspora travels between the US and Central America. Ground transportation includes authorized taxi services with fixed rates to Guatemala City's Zona Viva (20 minutes), shuttle services to Antigua (1 hour), and rental car facilities for exploring Guatemala's archaeological sites and volcanic landscapes. The airport serves as an important connecting point for travelers continuing to other Central American countries via Copa Airlines' Panama hub or regional carriers to Belize, El Salvador, and Honduras. During rainy season (May-October), afternoon thunderstorms can occasionally cause delays, though the airport's single runway generally operates efficiently. The terminal's location within Guatemala City makes it convenient for both business travelers and tourists heading to popular destinations like Lake Atitlán, Tikal, and the colonial city of Antigua.
🔄 Connection Tips
Arrive early during holiday peaks.
⏰ Minimum Connection Times
Domestic → Domestic
60
minutes
Domestic → International
90
minutes
Interline Connections
120
minutes
🏢 Terminal Information
Quiché Airport (AQB) serves the city of Santa Cruz del Quiché in the central highlands of Guatemala. This facility is a small domestic airfield rather than a commercial airport, primarily supporting general aviation, government flights, and humanitarian missions. There is no scheduled airline service. The infrastructure is basic, consisting mainly of a paved runway and a very modest building or shelter used for administrative purposes and waiting. It acts as a critical access point for the mountainous region, which can be difficult to reach by road.\n\nOperational procedures at AQB are informal and determined by the specific nature of the flight. There are no standard security checkpoints, baggage conveyor belts, or check-in counters. Passengers traveling on private charters or aid flights typically coordinate directly with their pilots or sponsoring organizations. Access to the tarmac is controlled, but lacks the rigorous screening found at international hubs like La Aurora (GUA). As a domestic-only facility, there are no immigration or customs services.\n\nAmenities are virtually non-existent at the airport itself. Travelers should not expect food service, retail shops, or Wi-Fi. The airport is located close to the town of Santa Cruz del Quiché, where accommodation, dining, and ground transportation (taxis and buses) can be found. Visitors should arrange for ground transport in advance, as there is no dedicated taxi stand at the airfield.
🔄 Connection Tips
Allow adequate time for connections. Check with airline for specific requirements.
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