Guatemala will add a new direct air connection with the United States from the June 1, 2026when Avianca inaugurates a direct flight between La Aurora International Airport and San Francisco International Airport, in California. The route, seasonal in nature, will operate until August 31, 2026con four weekly frequenciesand already has tickets available for sale.

Guatemala will have a new direct flight to San Francisco, California

Starting in June 2026, Guatemala will have a direct air route towards the west coast of the United States, specifically to San Francisco, California. The flight will be operated by Avianca and will directly connect the La Aurora International Airport with the San Francisco International Airport, non-stop. This new option seeks to facilitate the movement of passengers between both destinations during the summer season.

The route will be seasonal and will be active from June 1 to August 31, 2026. During this period, Avianca will offer four weekly flightsboth going and returning. The days of operation will be Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Saturdaywhich expands the alternatives for those planning tourism, work or family visits during those months.

Schedules designed to take advantage of the day

The flight from Guatemala will depart at 1:20 in the morning and arrive in San Francisco at 6:25 in the morning, local time. This schedule allows passengers to arrive early at their destination and take advantage of a large part of the day for work or personal activities, without wasting time on long stopovers.

On the return journey, the flight from San Francisco It will take off at 7:45 in the morning and land in Guatemala City at 2:15 in the afternoon, local time. This schedule facilitates internal connections or transfers within the country on the same day, something that is usually key for frequent travelers and for those traveling for a few days.

Frequencies and season of operation

The operation of this route will be limited to the high summer season, when the demand for travel between Guatemala and the United States usually increases. As it is a seasonal route, it seeks to respond to the flow of passengers that travel during those months, especially between Guatemalan communities residing in California and travelers who visit the country for vacations.

Los four weekly flights They allow maintaining a constant frequency without saturating the route. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday were the days chosen to cover both early-week trips and weekend trips, which provides flexibility when planning itineraries.

Fees, baggage and ticket purchase

Fares for this new route start at USD$309.33 round trip, according to available information. This price corresponds to the most basic fare, which includes only one personal item and one carry-on bag. For those who need to check luggage or access other services, Avianca offers additional options at an extra cost.

Tickets can now be purchased directly on the official Avianca website, allowing travelers to plan their trips for next year in advance. This new route adds to the existing options between Guatemala and the United Statesexpanding the map of direct connections and facilitating access to one of the main cities of California.

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