Antigua is a UNESCO-listed colonial town surrounded by volcanoes, with cobbled streets, ruined churches, Spanish schools and coffee farms. It is the most popular first stop for visitors to Guatemala.
Cheap airfare to Antigua, Guatemala is mostly about timing and flexibility. Compare fares across airlines and nearby airports, shift your dates a few days either way, and book when the price looks right.
Antigua has no airport; fly into La Aurora (GUA) in Guatemala City, roughly 40 km away. Shared shuttles, private transfers and taxis typically take about 1 to 1.5 hours depending on traffic.
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Fares to Guatemala City are often lower in the rainy season. Easter week (Semana Santa) is Antigua's busiest and priciest time.
La Aurora International (GUA) in Guatemala City.
Typically about 1 to 1.5 hours, depending on traffic.
The processions are spectacular, but flights and hotels book up and prices rise, so plan well ahead.