José Joaquín de Olmedo International Airport

About GYE

Ecuador's busiest airport, serving the coastal city of Guayaquil and acting as a gateway to the Galápagos Islands.

Terminals

Main Terminal

The main terminal at José Joaquín de Olmedo International Airport handling all flights

Lounges Shopping Dining

Airlines: Various international and domestic carriers

Airlines at GYE

Air Europa

American Airlines

Avianca

Main Terminal

Copa Airlines

Main Terminal

Iberia

JetBlue

KLM

LATAM Airlines

Main Terminal

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Getting There & Away

Taxi

Varies

20-40 min to city center

Public Transport

Popular Destinations

25 min

Guayaquil City Center

Taxi or ride-sharing

20.0 km from airport

Parking at GYE

Short Term

Airport Parking

$5.00 /day

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Airport Lounges

3.5 ★

Independent

VIP Lounge

Main Terminal

VIP lounge at José Joaquín de Olmedo International Airport with complimentary snacks, drinks, and Wi-Fi.

Bar Hot Food WiFi

Access: Pay-at-door, Priority Pass

$40 walk-in

Where to Stay

Nearby Hotels

Guayaquil Airport Hotel

★★★

Convenient hotel near José Joaquín de Olmedo International Airport for early departures or late arrivals.

From $50/night

Guayaquil City Hotel

★★★★

Comfortable hotel in Guayaquil center, good for layovers.

From $80/night

Food & Dining

$

Coffee Shop

Café

Main Terminal (Airside)

Coffee, pastries, and light meals

Vegetarian

$$

Airport Restaurant

International

Main Terminal (Airside)

Full-service restaurant with international and local cuisine

Vegetarian

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Car Rental

Hertz

Arrivals hall

Avis

Arrivals hall

Europcar

Arrivals hall

What to Do During a Layover

Explore the City

These activities require leaving the airport. Make sure you have valid visa and enough time before your next flight.

Guayaquil City Tour

4.0h+ needed

Explore the highlights of Guayaquil during a longer layover.

Practical Information

WiFi & Connectivity

• Free WiFi: Yes (30-60 minutes)
• Power Outlets: US Type A/B
• SIM Cards: Available for purchase

Services

• Left Luggage: Available
• Medical Services: Available
• Prayer Rooms: Available

Family Facilities

• Children's Play Areas
• Nursing Rooms
• Family Restrooms
• Pet Relief Areas

Money & Currency

• Currency: USD

Insider Tips

Arrive at least 2 hours before international flights at GYE. Currency exchange available in the arrivals hall.

Facilities & Contact

Airport Facilities

Duty-free shops, restaurants, lounges, currency exchange, ATMs, car rental

Location

-2.1574, -79.8837

Elevation: 5 m

Official Website

www.tagsa.aero

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