Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Los Angeles and Guayaquil?

Panama City (PTY) was the most common stop: 78% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

What is the most punctual flight time for Los Angeles to Guayaquil flights?

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights at night have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Los Angeles to Guayaquil?

Flights connecting via Panama City (PTY) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 9h 50m.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Los Angeles to Guayaquil?

Flights via New York (JFK) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $455.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Monday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Monday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

How often are flights from Los Angeles to Guayaquil delayed?

Historically, on average around 0% of flights between Los Angeles and Guayaquil have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 0 minutes.

What airlines fly to Guayaquil?

Copa Airlines, Avianca and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Guayaquil from Los Angeles according to our data. Copa Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 43% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Guayaquil. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to Guayaquil on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Los Angeles to Guayaquil?

Panama City (PTY) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 13m.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Los Angeles to Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo?

Spirit Airlines is the most popular carrier operating from Los Angeles to Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport?

Prices for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport are updated daily.

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As of February 2026, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from Los Angeles Airport to Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Los Angeles Airport to Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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Feb 22

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24h 55m

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GYE3:30 amGuayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo

36h 00m

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GYE3:35 pmGuayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo

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The month of September is another great option to travel to Guayaquil, with average flight prices from Los Angeles averaging around $469.

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You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Guayaquil from Los Angeles when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Guayaquil for around $598 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Guayaquil from Los Angeles for as low as $497 on momondo.

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You could potentially save up to 22% on your flight if you consider stops on a Los Angeles to Guayaquil flight.

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As of February 2026, prices for Los Angeles to Guayaquil flights are approximately 6% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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How old do you have to be to fly from Los Angeles Airport to Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Los Angeles Airport to Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
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Based on momondo bookings for flights between Los Angeles and Guayaquil, the leading airline is Copa Airlines, making up 42% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Avianca with 34%, United Airlines with 9%, and JetBlue with 8%.

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Can stopping save me money on Los Angeles to Guayaquil flights?

You could potentially save up to 22% on your flight if you consider stops on a Los Angeles to Guayaquil flight.

How have Los Angeles to Guayaquil flight prices changed over time?

As of February 2026, prices for Los Angeles to Guayaquil flights are approximately 6% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Spirit Airlines is the most popular carrier operating from Los Angeles to Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo

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How often are flights from Los Angeles to Guayaquil delayed?

Historically, on average around 0% of flights between Los Angeles and Guayaquil have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 0 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Los Angeles to Guayaquil flights?

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights at night have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Monday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Monday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Los Angeles and Guayaquil?

Panama City (PTY) was the most common stop: 78% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

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Flights via New York (JFK) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $455.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Los Angeles to Guayaquil?

Flights connecting via Panama City (PTY) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 9h 50m.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Los Angeles to Guayaquil?

Panama City (PTY) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 13m.

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