Guatemala City to Antigua: Private Airport Transfer
Skip the taxi line at La Aurora. Your driver is already waiting.
You get picked up at La Aurora Airport with your flight tracked and confirmed in advance, travel in a private vehicle sized to your group, and arrive at your Antigua hotel with your luggage intact and no negotiation required. The drive is 1.5 hours in normal traffic. Plan for delays during peak hours or bad weather.
Step-by-step itinerary
Private transport from airport to Antigua
- Meet driver at Guatemala City airport
- Load luggage into vehicle
- Travel to Antigua, Guatemala
- Prepare for possible traffic delays
- Arrive at Antigua destination
What’s included
- Private transportation from La Aurora International Airport or your Guatemala City hotel to your Antigua accommodation, with flight tracking and a driver who meets you at arrivals.
- One large checked bag and one personal item per passenger are included.
- The vehicle is sized to your group (sedan, SUV, or van), and the price is fixed before you book.
Times
- Every day No fixed time
Before you book
Operated by Due South Travels
Prices and times updated 9 days ago
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The experience
The moment you clear customs at Guatemala City's La Aurora International Airport, you're already thinking about the next thing: getting to Antigua without negotiating with a stranger at the curb or waiting for a shared shuttle that stops everywhere. A private transfer from Guatemala City to Antigua solves that in one booking. Your driver has your flight information, checks for delays up to an hour, and meets you at arrivals with a sign. No haggling. No surprises on the fare.
The drive itself runs about 1.5 hours under normal conditions, though traffic around the city and weather can stretch it. That's just the reality of the route, and your driver knows it. You get a sedan if it's just you or one other person, an SUV for four, or a van if your group is larger. Each seat comes with room for one large checked bag and a personal item, so you're not cramming luggage into a trunk with strangers. If you're traveling with kids, bring your own car seat. It's not legally required here, but it's the safer choice, and the driver won't mind the setup time.
What makes this different from hailing a cab is the certainty. Your pickup is confirmed before you land. The driver tracks your flight, so if you arrive early or your plane sits on the tarmac for two hours, he adjusts. You don't stand in the airport wondering if someone is coming. You walk out, find your name on a card, and get in. The price is locked in: no meter, no negotiation, no "special tourist rate" that doubles at night.
The route takes you out of the capital's congestion and into the highlands, where the air cools and the landscape opens up. It's not a tour (there are no stops, no guide commentary), but it's the practical start to your time in Antigua, handled so you can actually relax in the car instead of managing transport logistics.
Is this one for you?Right choice if you're landing at La Aurora with luggage and want to skip the taxi negotiation at arrivals. The drive is 1.5 hours in light traffic, longer during peak hours or bad weather. That's the route, and it's what the fixed price accounts for.
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Top questions
What if my flight is delayed?
The driver checks your flight status and will wait up to one hour past your scheduled arrival time. Contact the company immediately if you'll be later than that.
How many bags can I bring?
One large checked bag and one personal item per person. If you have extra luggage, you can book for additional passengers or call before booking.
Do I need to arrange a car seat for my child?
Car seats are not legally required in Guatemala, but if you want one, you must bring your own. The driver will help you install it.
What if there's traffic or road work?
The company is not responsible for delays caused by traffic, accidents, weather, protests, or road work. The 1.5-hour estimate assumes normal conditions. Allow extra time during peak travel hours.
Can the driver wait while I check into my hotel?
That's not included in the standard transfer. Confirm any waiting time with the company when you book.
What vehicle will I get?
Sedan for 1–3 passengers, SUV for 4, or van for 5+. The company assigns based on your group size.
Guatemala City to Antigua: Private Airport Transfer
1h 30m · at your hotel
from US$ 35 per person
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