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Flores flights from London take around 16-22 hours with one connection. The city is served by Mundo Maya International Airport (FRS), located about 2km from Santa Elena, connected to Flores island.
No direct flights operate from the UK to Flores. Most connections route through Guatemala City (GUA), Miami, Houston. Airlines serving this route include Avianca, TAG Airlines (domestic), American Airlines via GUA.
Return fares in economy class range from £550-700 in low season (May-October (rainy season)) to £900-1,200 during peak periods (December-April (dry season)). Booking 6-8 weeks ahead typically secures the best deals.
Flores uses Guatemalan Quetzal (GTQ) / US Dollar accepted. From the airport, taxis take around 10 minutes to Flores island at a cost of GTQ 50-80 ($6-10 USD).
Avianca
American Airlines via GUA
Price Patterns
Prices often drop Tuesday/Wednesday for bookings
Last-minute deals are rare for this route
Peak season (December-April (dry season)) sees highest fares
Sweet Spot
6-8 weeks before travel for best combination of availability and price.
Avoid Booking
Less than 2 weeks out (premium pricing)
During major holidays
School holiday periods if travelling with families
Ixpanpajul Natural Park
Jungle canopy walkways, zip lines, night safaris spotting wildlife.
Lake Petén Itzá
Swimming, kayaking, boat tours to nearby villages. Freshwater lake.
Yaxhá
Lesser-visited Mayan ruins. Sunrise tours, jungle setting, fewer crowds than Tikal.
Flores Island
Colourful colonial town on Lake Petén Itzá. Cobblestone streets, lakeside restaurants.
Tikal National Park
UNESCO World Heritage. Ancient Mayan city with massive temples rising above jungle. 1 hour from Flores.
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