Cheap Flights to Santa Elena from $90 (2026/2027)

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A coastal cityscape with high-rise buildings, a sandy beach, and calm sea.

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How Much Does it Cost To Fly To Santa Elena?

Prices found within past 7 days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Fri, Oct 9 - Mon, Oct 12
UIO
Mariscal Sucre Intl.
GYE
Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl.
$148 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$148
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select avianca flight, departing Fri, Oct 9 from Mariscal Sucre Intl. to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl., returning Mon, Oct 12, priced at $148 found 7 hours ago
Mon, May 31 - Sat, Jul 31
MIA
Miami Intl.
GYE
Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl.
$280 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$280
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Arajet flight, departing Mon, May 31 from Miami Intl. to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl., returning Sat, Jul 31, priced at $280 found 5 days ago
Mon, Feb 8 - Tue, Feb 23
PUJ
Punta Cana Intl.
GYE
Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl.
$348 Roundtrip, found 22 hours ago
$348
Roundtrip
found 22 hours ago
Select Arajet flight, departing Mon, Feb 8 from Punta Cana Intl. to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl., returning Tue, Feb 23, priced at $348 found 22 hours ago
Thu, Feb 18 - Mon, Feb 22
FLL
Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl.
GYE
Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl.
$395 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$395
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Copa flight, departing Thu, Feb 18 from Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl. to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl., returning Mon, Feb 22, priced at $395 found 1 day ago
Thu, Jan 7 - Thu, Jan 14
ATL
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl.
GYE
Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl.
$398 Roundtrip, found 19 hours ago
$398
Roundtrip
found 19 hours ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Thu, Jan 7 from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl., returning Thu, Jan 14, priced at $398 found 19 hours ago
Mon, Jan 25 - Thu, Jan 28
MCO
Orlando Intl.
GYE
Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl.
$398 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$398
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Mon, Jan 25 from Orlando Intl. to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl., returning Thu, Jan 28, priced at $398 found 2 days ago
Wed, Oct 28 - Fri, Nov 13
TPA
Tampa Intl.
GYE
Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl.
$399 Roundtrip, found 21 hours ago
$399
Roundtrip
found 21 hours ago
Select Copa flight, departing Wed, Oct 28 from Tampa Intl. to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl., returning Fri, Nov 13, priced at $399 found 21 hours ago
Sun, Nov 1 - Fri, Nov 6
BOS
Logan Intl.
GYE
Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl.
$425 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$425
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sun, Nov 1 from Logan Intl. to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl., returning Fri, Nov 6, priced at $425 found 3 days ago
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
UIOGuayaquilOctober 4 to October 8$148
MIAGuayaquilDecember 7 to December 15$309
MCOGuayaquilNovember 27 to November 29$418
EWRGuayaquilOctober 22 to November 4$493
EWRGuayaquilOctober 22 to November 4$493
YYZGuayaquilOctober 27 to November 9$546
JFKGuayaquilOctober 7 to October 16$557
CCSGuayaquilOctober 7 to October 25$779
FCOGuayaquilDecember 20 to January 20$1,730
FRAGuayaquilDecember 20 to January 5$2,123
*Prices include taxes and fees
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
UIOGuayaquilSeptember 25 to September 28$149
JFKGuayaquilSeptember 26 to October 3$583
JFKGuayaquilSeptember 26 to October 3$583
MCOGuayaquilSeptember 26 to September 27$597
MIAGuayaquilSeptember 27 to October 4$616
EWRGuayaquilSeptember 25 to October 1$705
FRAGuayaquilSeptember 26 to September 30$1,579
*Prices include taxes and fees

Best Santa Elena Flight and Hotel Packages

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Oro Verde Manta
4.5-star property

Oro Verde Manta

Oct 31 - Nov 3

3 night stay

Quito (UIO) to Guayaquil (GYE)

Avianca • Roundtrip • Coach
Save 100% on your flight
Price was $523, price is now $385 per person
$385
per person
found 1 day ago
Hotel Río Guayas by Art Hotels Ecuador
4.0-star property

Hotel Río Guayas by Art Hotels Ecuador

Nov 22 - Nov 27

5 night stay

Houston (IAH) to Guayaquil (GYE)

American Airlines • Non-stop roundtrip • Coach
Save 100% on your flight
Price was $2,357, price is now $1,603 per person
$1,603
per person
found 5 hours ago
Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel
4.0-star property

Mansión Alcázar Boutique Hotel

Nov 13 - Nov 18

5 night stay

Miami (MIA) to Guayaquil (GYE)

Avianca • Roundtrip • Coach
Price was $969, price is now $713 per person
$713
per person
found 1 day ago
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Royal Decameron Punta Centinela

Royal Decameron Punta Centinela

3.5 out of 5
Km 10 1/2 via Salinas, Manglar Alto Santa Elena Santa Elena
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Santa Elena. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Punta Barandua and Punta Blanca Beach are located nearby.
7.8/10 Good! (102 reviews)
"The place was nice overall, but there is room for improvement. The beach was beautiful, and the food was really good. My daughter especially loved the show performed by WOW Entertainment. The pools could have been cleaner, and I noticed green buildup in the jacuzzi, so I chose not to use it. The ..."

Reviewed on Sep 12, 2026

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Hotel Kundalini

Hotel Kundalini

2.5 out of 5
Frente Al Mar, Pasando El Puente 2 Cuadr Manglaralto Santa Elena
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Manglaralto. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Montañita Beach and Olon Beach are located nearby.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (329 reviews)
"Clean room, helpful staff, nice beach access"

Reviewed on Sep 17, 2026

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Hotel Ipanema Beach

Hotel Ipanema Beach

2.5 out of 5
José María Velasco Ibarra Salinas Santa Elena
Stay at this hotel in Salinas. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Malecon Dock and Salinas Beach are located nearby.
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CASABLANCA PREMIER BEACH

CASABLANCA PREMIER BEACH

3 out of 5
Avenida malecón de salinas Salinas Santa Elena
Stay at this hotel in Salinas. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Malecon Dock and Salinas Beach are located nearby.
9/10 Wonderful! (11 reviews)
"Personal muy atento habitaciones limpia muy linda la ubicación"

Reviewed on Sep 9, 2026

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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Frequently asked questions

How much is the cheapest flight to Santa Elena?
Your next trip doesn't have to put a dent in your travel budget. In the last seven days, the cheapest roundtrip flight to Santa Elena cost $148. Find a cheap seat and spend the cash you save on awesome experiences. This price was available on Travelocity for flights to Santa Elena departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
What is the cheapest month to fly to Santa Elena?
Splurge more money on grand experiences rather than airline tickets by taking off to Santa Elena in October. This is the most affordable time to jet to this destination according to Travelocity's direct return flight demand between January and December last year. Take a peek at our range of flights and get away without draining your bank account.
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There are a couple of ways you can track the status of your flight. You'll discover all the details you need in our Trips portal, which is located at the top of our homepage. Sign in or open a new account — you can then browse and make changes to your bookings whenever you please. If you're out and about, the Travelocity app can also help you check the status of your flight to Santa Elena, as well as share travel details with any members of your family flying with you.
How do I find the best deals on flights to Santa Elena?
It's better to book early, and if possible, avoid flying during peak periods. Another smart way to save is by clicking the "Flexible dates" box at the top of the page after searching for your flights. This lets you compare prices for nearby days. In the last seven days, the best price for a roundtrip flight to Santa Elena was $148. This price was available on Travelocity for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
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What are the most popular flight routes to Santa Elena?
With terrific connections, securing flights to Santa Elena is hassle-free. Here are some of the busiest flight routes to this must-see travel destination:

  • Quito (UIO-Mariscal Sucre Intl.) to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl. Airport (GYE) - 1,733 flights a month.
  • Panama City (PTY-Tocumen Intl.) to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl. Airport (GYE) - 1,061 flights a month.
  • Isla Baltra (GPS-Seymour) to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl. Airport (GYE) - 741 flights a month.

How much is a flight to Santa Elena on average?
Fares for roundtrip flights to Santa Elena were priced between $148 and $2,123 in the last seven days. The minute you find a fabulous deal, snap it up and get ready to take off on your next wonderful adventure with Travelocity. These prices were available on Travelocity for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
How long is the average flight to Santa Elena?
To get a feel for the average airborne time of a direct flight to Santa Elena, take a peek at these common routes:

  • Quito (UIO-Mariscal Sucre Intl.) to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl. Airport (GYE) - 1 hour and 2 minutes
  • Panama City (PTY-Tocumen Intl.) to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl. Airport (GYE) - 2 hours and 11 minutes
  • Isla Baltra (GPS-Seymour) to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl. Airport (GYE) - 1 hour and 50 minutes

What can I expect on a flight to Santa Elena?
Factors like which carrier you choose and your point of departure will mostly determine what's offered on your trip. You're likely to find all kinds of flights to Santa Elena, from cheap flights for family vacations to business class journeys. Warm meals, entertainment and games for the youngsters are generally what most airlines provide on long-haul trips.

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