Guatemala Transport Options

TRAVEL ADVICE

Visa Requirements

All travelers to Guatemala require a passport with at least 6 months validity. Visitors..

Travel Health

There are a number of health precautions that visitors to Guatemala should take, such as..

Local Currency

Guatemala has two official currencies, the Quetzal (GTQ) and the US dollar. 1 Quetzal =..

Weather

Located in Central America, Guatemala is bordered by Mexico, El Salvador, Honduras..

Local Customs

The Guatemalan culture is a unique blend of Spanish and native Mayan influences. It has..

Languages

Whilst the official language is Spanish, there are many Indigenous languages spoken..

Transport Options

The main international airport in Guatemala is the Aeropuerto La Aurora (GUA)in Guatemala..

Local Food

Traditional Guatemalan food is based on Mayan cuisine,with staples including corn..

Local Timezones

Guatemala is in the GMT-6 timezone.

Dutyfree Limits

Travellers to Guatemala are permitted to bring a number of goods into the country without..

Transport Options

The main international airport in Guatemala is the Aeropuerto La Aurora (GUA)in Guatemala City, and is located about 6km to the south. There is a bus service from the airport to the city, as well as taxi services. The only other international airport is Flores (FRS) and is about 3km from the city of Flores, and about an hours drive from the UNESCO Archeological park in Tikal. The national airline, TACA has regular flights between Flores and Guatemala City. Expect to pay Q5 in travel tax for domestic flights. Cheap local bus services are plentiful throughout the towns and cities of Guatemala. However, they are usually crowded and the driving can be haphazard, with accidents commonplace. There are more expensive air-conditioned bus services available for inter-city travel, as well as privately run minibuses travelling to most of the main tourist destinations. In the cities and towns, visitors are advised to use taxis (radio-dispatched) as a means to get around. Car hire is an option, with international and local companies based in Guatemala City. However, travellers should consider the fact that some of the roads are in poor condition and that certain roads are notorious for armed hold-ups. If you do choose to travel by car, it is advisable to purchase an International Driving Permit before travelling. There is an emergency service PROVIAL that patrols the main highways (Ph:24227878).