{ "response": { "Key": "DEN-GUA", "orig": { "code": "DEN", "type": "airport", "city": "Denver", "fullCity": "Denver, Colorado", "airport": "Denver Intl Airport" }, "dest": { "code": "GUA", "type": "airport", "city": "Guatemala City", "fullCity": "Guatemala City, Guatemala", "airport": "La Aurora Airport" }, "faq": { "q1": { "question": "Are there any direct flights from Denver to Guatemala City?", "answer": "There are no nonstop flights from Denver to Guatemala City. The most common one-stop routing connects through Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) on American Airlines, taking about 9½ hours total and typically priced around $816. United via Houston (IAH) is another frequent option with a similar duration, though fares tend to run a bit higher.", "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours. Carrier service, flight times and distances for this route come from our flight-schedule database, which draws on published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data, and observed operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We report the days of the week and the departure times each carrier operates. The typical flight time is the median scheduled block time, given both per carrier and across all carriers on the route; where a schedule does not publish an elapsed time, it is derived from the scheduled departure and arrival times converted to UTC. Outbound and return times are computed by the same method, so the difference between them is directly comparable and reflects prevailing winds rather than any change in derivation. Distance is the great-circle distance between the two specific airports named, so an actual flown track is typically 2-5% longer. Where shown, on-time departure and arrival rates and cancellation rates come from the U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) Airline On-Time Performance dataset, which covers U.S. domestic routes only; where a typical fare is shown, it comes from the U.S. DOT Airline Origin and Destination Survey (DB1B), a quarterly 10% sample of tickets sold. Stop counts, connecting hubs, and per-airline prices are drawn from a large sample of the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours. We group those fares by number of stops, by the hub airport a connection routes through, and by operating airline, and report each group's share of the sample alongside its lowest and median price.", "toolsUsed": [ "route_airlines", "flight_schedule", "route_options" ] }, "q3": { "question": "What are the ground transportation options in Guatemala City?", "answer": "From La Aurora International Airport (GUA), taxis are the most common and reliable way to reach Guatemala City center, with a fixed-rate prepaid taxi service available inside the terminal. Ride-sharing apps like Uber operate in Guatemala City and can be used for pickup at the airport, though availability may vary. There is no direct mass transit (metro or train) from the airport; public buses (Transmetro) serve the city but require a walk or short taxi to the nearest station. Several international car rental agencies have desks at the airport, but driving in Guatemala City can be challenging for visitors. Prepaid taxis are generally the most-used option for their convenience and safety.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/La_Aurora_International_Airport", "title": "La Aurora International Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-07-16T01:12:50Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aurora_State_Airport", "title": "Aurora State Airport", "time_published": "2026-07-06T01:16:10Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aurora_Municipal_Airport_(Nebraska)", "title": "Aurora Municipal Airport (Nebraska)", "time_published": "2026-07-06T01:16:07Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/La%20Aurora%20International%20Airport", "title": "La Aurora International Airport", "time_published": "2026-04-14T04:19:48Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Arturo_Merino_Ben%C3%ADtez_International_Airport", "title": "Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-07-21T20:58:16Z" } ], "methodology": "Airport details are drawn from the sources listed with this answer, primarily the airport operator's official website along with airline, lounge-operator and transit-authority pages, collected by our research process and refreshed periodically. Only information found in those sources is used; where a source does not cover a topic it is left out rather than guessed." }, "q4": { "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from Denver to Guatemala City?", "answer": "Average fares from Denver to Guatemala City bottom out around $360 in late January. The cheapest months overall are September at $369, January at $374, and October at $376, while the most expensive period is late December at $489. December averages $464, making it the priciest month on the route.", "methodology": "Seasonal fares come from Priceline's own air booking-summary archive, analysed in-house and refreshed monthly. For each day of the year we take a representative round-trip fare, a blend of the 25th-percentile and average ticket price over the route's bookings, and smooth the series into a seasonal curve; the half-month low and high and the monthly figures quoted here are averages of that curve. Thin and international routes borrow their seasonal shape from the nearest busy routes, with the price level anchored to the route's own bookings.", "toolsUsed": [ "seasonal_prices" ] }, "q5": { "question": "How far in advance should I book tickets from Denver to Guatemala City?", "answer": "For Denver to Guatemala City, the best fares are typically found 4-6 weeks before departure, with an average price around $330 and the absolute cheapest single fare at 30 days out ($328). Booking earlier than 6 weeks doesn't help—prices rise steadily to over $500 at 6 months out. For summer and holiday periods, you should book further in advance, as demand pushes optimal booking windows earlier and fares higher.", "methodology": "Booking-window guidance comes from the same monthly in-house analysis of Priceline's own air booking-summary archive. We aggregate the route's bookings by how many days before departure they were made, from about 180 days out to the day of travel, smooth the curve, and highlight the stretch of lead times with the lowest average fare. Thin and international routes borrow the curve shape from the nearest busy routes, anchored to the route's own price level. It reflects current fares and is refreshed monthly.", "toolsUsed": [ "booking_timing" ] }, "q6": { "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Denver to Guatemala City?", "answer": "No nonstop red‑eyes operate from Denver to Guatemala City, but connecting itineraries whose long leg is a red‑eye are available. For example, United connects via Los Angeles with the overnight leg LAX→GUA departing at 22:57 and arriving at 04:48 (early hours), and American connects via Miami with an overnight DEN→MIA leg departing at 23:55 and arriving at 05:49 (early hours). The exact mix of carriers and times can vary by day.", "methodology": "Red-eye flights are identified from scheduled local departure and arrival times in our flight-schedule database — built from published airline timetables and official schedule data, including U.S. Department of Transportation records for domestic routes — flagging services that depart late at night and arrive the following morning; for connecting itineraries the red-eye is based on the timing of the overnight long-haul leg.", "toolsUsed": [ "redeye_flights" ] }, "q7": { "question": "Which airlines usually operate this route from Denver to Guatemala City?", "answer": "There are no nonstop flights from Denver to Guatemala City. The main connecting routings are through Houston (IAH) on United, with about 20 daily options, and through Los Angeles (LAX) on United or Avianca, with roughly 7 daily options each. American Airlines also offers connections via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and Miami (MIA), though these are less frequent. No per-carrier fare data is available for this route.", "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies come from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a typical fare is shown for a carrier, it is the median of the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.", "toolsUsed": [ "route_airlines" ] }, "q8": { "question": "If I need a connection, what are common layover cities between Denver and Guatemala City?", "answer": "Common layover cities for this route include Houston, Dallas, Mexico City, and Panama City. Houston and Dallas offer extensive onward connections to Guatemala City with competitive total travel times and efficient domestic-to-international transfers. Mexico City provides a geographically direct path and a hub for multiple carriers, often with visa-free transit for many nationalities. Panama City's Tocumen Airport is a major Central American hub with streamlined connections and a single terminal, keeping layovers short." }, "q10": { "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Guatemala City?", "answer": "November to April is the dry season with sunny days and pleasant temperatures, while avoiding the heavy rains of summer and fall." }, "q11": { "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Denver to Guatemala City?", "answer": "Bring a passport valid for at least six months beyond your stay, proof of onward or return travel, a payment method for baggage and any required visa or health documents." }, "q12": { "question": "Which airport should I use in Guatemala City?", "answer": "Guatemala City has only one airport, La Aurora International Airport. It is about 6 km south of the city centre and serves as the country's primary gateway for international and domestic flights." }, "q13": { "question": "How do I get to Denver Intl Airport from the city center?", "answer": "The University of Colorado A Line commuter rail provides a direct 37-minute connection between Denver Union Station downtown and the airport, with trains every 15 minutes during peak hours, making it the most popular and cost-effective option. Ride-share services like Uber and Lyft, as well as taxis, are available and offer door-to-door convenience at a higher cost, with travel times of 30–45 minutes depending on traffic. Several shared-ride shuttles and regional buses also serve the airport from various points in the city. Driving and parking at DEN is another option, with multiple on-site lots and garages, but the airport is about 25 miles from downtown, so it's generally slower and more expensive than the train.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "https://www.flydenver.com/parking-and-transportation/to-and-from/airport-transit-center/", "title": "Airport Transit Center | Denver International Airport", "time_published": "2026-02-24T17:09:34Z" }, { "url": "https://flydenver.com/connections/", "title": "Connections | Denver International Airport", "favicon": "https://flydenver.com/apple-touch-icon.png", "time_published": "2023-09-14T15:33:21Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Automated_Guideway_Transit_System_(Denver_International_Airport)", "title": "Automated Guideway Transit System (Denver International Airport)", "time_published": "2026-06-01T08:54:40Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Denver%20International%20Airport", "title": "Denver International Airport", "time_published": "2026-04-30T15:08:23Z" }, { "url": "https://www.faa.gov/?action=searchForAirport&airportcode=PSR", "title": "Federal Aviation Administration", "favicon": "https://www.faa.gov/themes/custom/faa/favicon.png", "time_published": "2026-07-17T12:00:00Z" } ], "methodology": "Airport details are drawn from the sources listed with this answer, primarily the airport operator's official website along with airline, lounge-operator and transit-authority pages, collected by our research process and refreshed periodically. Only information found in those sources is used; where a source does not cover a topic it is left out rather than guessed." }, "q14": { "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Guatemala City airport?", "answer": "Guatemala City's La Aurora International Airport does not have on-site hotels, capsule hotels, or sleeping pods, and overnight stays inside the terminal are prohibited as it is not open 24 hours. Nearby hotels include In&Out Hotel and Dai Nonni Hotel, some of which provide airport shuttle service.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/La_Aurora_International_Airport", "title": "La Aurora International Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-07-16T01:12:50Z" }, { "url": "https://activities.marriott.com/north-america/guatemala/guatemala-city/activities/private_airport_transfer_from_guatemala_to_la_aurora_airport-XANC4G", "title": "Private Airport Transfer from Guatemala to La Aurora airport", "time_published": "2026-03-01T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://activities.marriott.com/north-america/guatemala/guatemala-city/activities/private_arrival_transfer_la_aurora_international_airport_to_antigua_hotel-X3MAIF", "title": "Private Arrival Transfer: La Aurora International Airport to Antigua Hotel", "time_published": "2026-01-01T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/guides/guatemala-city-airport-guide.htm", "title": "Guatemala City Airport Guide", "time_published": "2025-10-29T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/La%20Aurora%20International%20Airport", "title": "La Aurora International Airport", "time_published": "2026-04-14T04:19:48Z" }, { "url": "http://www.airpaz.com/en/airports/la-aurora-international-airport-gua", "title": "La Aurora International Airport (GUA) information - Airpaz", "time_published": "2026-04-14T00:11:51Z" } ], "methodology": "Airport details are drawn from the sources listed with this answer, primarily the airport operator's official website along with airline, lounge-operator and transit-authority pages, collected by our research process and refreshed periodically. Only information found in those sources is used; where a source does not cover a topic it is left out rather than guessed." }, "q17": { "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Denver to Guatemala City?", "answer": "There is no nonstop service from Denver to Guatemala City, so all itineraries require a connection. The most common aircraft on the longer leg are the Boeing 737 MAX 8, Boeing 737-800, and Airbus A320-200 Neo, typically connecting through Houston (IAH), Los Angeles (LAX), or Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) on United, American, or Avianca. The exact aircraft can vary by day and airline, and while Wi‑Fi and seatback entertainment are widely available on these mainline jets, the specific amenities depend on the carrier and the individual aircraft.", "methodology": "Aircraft types are taken from the equipment each operating carrier schedules on this route, drawn from published airline timetables and airline equipment schedules in our flight-schedule database. They describe typical scheduled aircraft and can vary with seasonal or day-of-week assignments and last-minute equipment swaps.", "toolsUsed": [ "route_aircraft" ] }, "q18": { "question": "Which airline alliances serve flights from Denver to Guatemala City?", "answer": "Flights from Denver to Guatemala City are all connecting, with Star Alliance carriers United, Avianca, Air Canada, and Copa, oneworld carriers American and Alaska, and SkyTeam carriers Delta and Aeromexico serving the route. No major non-alliance carrier operates this route.", "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours. Stop counts, connecting hubs, and per-airline prices are drawn from a large sample of the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours. We group those fares by number of stops, by the hub airport a connection routes through, and by operating airline, and report each group's share of the sample alongside its lowest and median price. Aircraft types are taken from the equipment each operating carrier schedules on this route, drawn from published airline timetables and airline equipment schedules in our flight-schedule database. They describe typical scheduled aircraft and can vary with seasonal or day-of-week assignments and last-minute equipment swaps.", "toolsUsed": [ "route_airlines", "route_options", "route_aircraft" ] }, "q20": { "question": "What are the best airport lounge options when departing from Denver?", "answer": "At Denver International Airport, two main lounges are available: The Centurion Lounge in Concourse C and the Delta Sky Club on the 4th floor of the Main Terminal in Concourse A. The Centurion Lounge offers complimentary premium food and drinks, while the Delta Sky Club provides amenities like Wi-Fi, beer and wine, and flight monitors. Access to the Centurion Lounge is typically for American Express Platinum cardholders, and the Delta Sky Club is accessible to Delta Sky Club members, eligible elite status holders, and certain premium cabin passengers. Day passes may be available for the Delta Sky Club but are not guaranteed.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-gb/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/DEN", "title": "American Express Lounges at Denver International Airport | Amex GB", "time_published": "2026-05-03T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://www.flydenver.com/", "title": "Denver International Airport | DEN", "favicon": "https://www.flydenver.com/apple-touch-icon.png", "time_published": "2026-06-02T21:34:27Z" }, { "url": "https://flydenver.com/at-the-airport", "title": "Exciting Things to Do at Denver International Airport", "time_published": "2026-02-18T15:39:31Z" }, { "url": "https://www.americanexpress.com/en-us/travel/lounges/the-centurion-card-idc-en/DEN/Delta-Sky-Club-Main-Terminal-Concourse-A-IgRTEiZDls/", "title": "Delta Sky Club at Denver International Airport | Amex US", "time_published": "2026-03-18T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://carsandstays.delta.com/Denver-Hotels-Sleep-Inn-Suites-Denver-International-Airport.h23533743.Hotel-Information?categorySearch=any_option&chkin=2026-07-06&chkout=2026-07-07&destType=MARKET&destination=Denver%2C+CO%2C+United+States+of+America+%28DEN-All+Airports%29&latLong=39.74483000000001%2C-104.94829500000002&pwa_ts=1782175590171&referrerUrl=aHR0cHM6Ly9jYXJzYW5kc3RheXMuZGVsdGEuY29tL0hvdGVsLVNlYXJjaA%3D%3D®ionId=6139084&rfrr=HSR&rm1=a2&searchId=b9103c12-38ab-46f5-86a7-f3447411bdbe&selectedRatePlan=383244565&selectedRoomType=218717901&sort=RECOMMENDED&top_cur=USD&top_dp=126&useRewards=false&x_pwa=1", "title": "Sleep Inn & Suites Denver International Airport", "favicon": "https://carsandstays.delta.com/favicon.ico", "time_published": "2026-06-23T09:32:24Z" } ], "methodology": "Airport details are drawn from the sources listed with this answer, primarily the airport operator's official website along with airline, lounge-operator and transit-authority pages, collected by our research process and refreshed periodically. Only information found in those sources is used; where a source does not cover a topic it is left out rather than guessed." }, "q21": { "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Denver to Guatemala City?", "answer": "Baggage rules on Denver–Guatemala City flights depend on the airline and fare type. Basic economy often excludes a free checked bag and may restrict carry‑ons to a personal item only, while standard international economy typically includes one checked bag and a carry‑on. Premium cabins offer more generous allowances." }, "q22": { "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Denver to Guatemala City?", "answer": "Flights from Denver to Guatemala City typically offer Economy and, on certain airlines, flat-bed Business class; Premium Economy is uncommon on this route." }, "q23": { "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?", "answer": "Policies differ by airline and fare; flexible and premium cabin tickets often allow same‑day changes or standby, while basic economy and restricted fares generally do not." } } } }