Ciudad del Este flights from London take 18-24 hours with one or two connections. The city is served by Guaraní International Airport (AGT), located about 24 miles from the centre.
Most flights connect through Asunción, São Paulo. Airlines like LATAM, Avianca, Iberia and Air Europa offer the best connections.
Return fares range from £750-950 in low season to £1,200-1,600 during peak periods. March-May / August-October typically offers the best deals.
Ciudad del Este is in Paraguay. March to May or August to October (mild weather) is the best time to visit.
Price Patterns
Prices typically drop Tuesday/Wednesday for bookings
Last-minute deals can appear but aren't guaranteed
March-May / August-October offers the best value
Sweet spot
6-8 weeks before travel for best combination of availability and price.
Avoid Booking
Less than 2 weeks out (premium pricing)
During November-February / June-July unless necessary
School holiday periods if flexible
Iguazu Falls
The Brazilian side (Foz do Iguaçu) is just 24 miles away. One of the world's most spectacular waterfall systems.
Shopping
Ciudad del Este is South America's largest free-trade zone. Electronics, clothing and goods at duty-free prices.
Itaipu Dam
One of the world's largest hydroelectric dams. Tours available on both Brazilian and Paraguayan sides.
Monday Falls
Beautiful 40-metre waterfall in the Monday National Park, just east of the city.
Triple Frontier
Where Paraguay, Brazil and Argentina meet. Cross to Argentina's Puerto Iguazú for a different Falls perspective.