Antigua to Guatemala City Airport: Shared Shuttle

The Shared Ride from Antigua to the Airport

You're picked up at your chosen spot in central Antigua, collected with other passengers, and dropped outside the departures hall at La Aurora Airport. The air-conditioned van takes the guesswork out of getting to the airport, though traffic can add time and you're responsible for catching your flight. Book this if you're flexible on timing and want to avoid arranging a private car.

Step-by-step itinerary

Shared shuttle from Antigua to airport

• Be ready 15 minutes early
• Wait for shuttle pickup in Antigua
• Travel to La Aurora International Airport
• Allow extra time for stops and traffic
• Arrive outside departures hall

The experience

The shuttle picks you up somewhere in Antigua's city center. You choose the spot. That's the whole arrangement. No waiting around for a guide to find you, no negotiating a price at the curb once you're tired and holding luggage. The van has air conditioning, and the notes are honest about traffic: on some days it gets very heavy, and the company won't cover a missed flight if you've cut it close.

The shared shuttle from Antigua to Guatemala City stops to collect other passengers along the way, so the trip isn't direct. That's why you're asked to allow extra time. If the airport isn't your final stop, you can arrange in advance to be dropped at Zone 1 bus stations, Zone 10 hotels, or the gated hotels near the airport in Zone 13. You'll be left at the departures hall, not inside it, so factor in a short walk with your bags.

Children under three must sit on an adult's lap. Car seats aren't provided and aren't legally required in Guatemala. The shuttle runs on a schedule, not on your flight time, so if your departure is early or your hotel pickup is far from the main collection points, this shared service might not be the right fit. A private transfer would give you more control. But if you're staying near the center and have time to spare before your flight, this is the straightforward, affordable way out.

What’s included

Hotel or city-center pickup in Antigua, shared transportation with air conditioning, and drop-off at La Aurora International Airport departures hall (or alternative zones in Guatemala City if arranged in advance).

Options for this experience

2 options

Shuttle from Antigua to the airport8 departure times: the first at 03:00, the last at 18:30Pickup is included in the shared tourist shuttle

Holiday shuttle from Antigua to the airportAvailable from 23 Dec · 8 departure times: the first at 03:00, the last at 18:30Shared tourist shuttle lasting 2 hours, using a sedan, SUV or van. Common pickup point: this option will only depart from one shared pickup point on these dates, Cafe Condesa Express #2. Pickup is included.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day8 departure times: the first at 03:00, the last at 18:30

AgesAdult (3 and older) · Under 3: can't be booked

GroupUp to 24

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsNo refund if you cancel.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 6 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Due South Travels

Is this one for you?This works well if you're heading from Antigua to the airport and don't want to arrange a private car. The ride is shared and makes stops to collect other passengers, so leave plenty of time before your flight.

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Top questions

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. No refund if you cancel.

Can I bring a car seat for my child?

Yes, you can bring your own. Car seats aren't provided and aren't legally required in Guatemala.

Is the van air-conditioned?

Yes, the shuttle has air conditioning.

Do infants need their own seat?

No. Infants and children under three sit on an adult's lap.

What if I miss my flight?

The company is not responsible for missed flights. You're responsible for allowing ample time for pickup delays, traffic, and other factors.