Guayaquil to Ambato flights
Ambato lies 176 km (109 mi) north-east of Guayaquil, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 59 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Guayaquil | Ambato | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Ecuador | Ecuador |
| Population | 2.7 million | 387,309 |
| Elevation | 14 m (46 ft) | 2,597 m (8,520 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Guayaquil) | UTC-5 (America/Guayaquil) |
| Nearest large airport | GYE, 4 km out | LTX, 38 km out |
Airports at each end
Leaving Guayaquil
Guayaquil is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is José Joaquín de Olmedo International Airport (GYE), 4 km (2 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,154 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
Arriving in Ambato
Ambato is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Cotopaxi International Airport (LTX), 38 km (24 mi) from the centre, whose 12,117-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cotopaxi International Airport (regional) | LTX | 38 km (24 mi) | 12,117 ft | 9,205 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Ambato from Guayaquil?
176 km (109 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Guayaquil.
How long does it take to get from Guayaquil to Ambato by air?
About 59 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Guayaquil and Ambato?
No, both are on America/Guayaquil at the moment.
Which airports are used for Guayaquil to Ambato flights?
Typically José Joaquín de Olmedo International Airport (GYE) to Cotopaxi International Airport (LTX).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.