Guayaquil to Esmeraldas flights
Esmeraldas lies 352 km (219 mi) north of Guayaquil, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 12 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.
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| Guayaquil | Esmeraldas | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Ecuador | Ecuador |
| Population | 2.7 million | 218,727 |
| Elevation | 14 m (46 ft) | 18 m (59 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Guayaquil) | UTC-5 (America/Guayaquil) |
| Nearest large airport | GYE, 4 km out | ESM, 4 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 Esmeraldas
Esmeraldas is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Carlos Concha Torres International Airport (ESM), 4 km (2 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 7,874 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carlos Concha Torres International Airport | ESM | 4 km (2 mi) | 7,874 ft | 32 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Esmeraldas from Guayaquil?
352 km (219 mi) in a straight line, north of Guayaquil.
How long does it take to get from Guayaquil to Esmeraldas by air?
About 1 h 12 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 Esmeraldas?
No, both are on America/Guayaquil at the moment.
Which airports are used for Guayaquil to Esmeraldas flights?
Typically José Joaquín de Olmedo International Airport (GYE) to Carlos Concha Torres International Airport (ESM).
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 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel 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.