Cheap Flights to Santa Elena from $54 (2026/2027)

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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.

Sat, Jan 31 - Tue, Feb 3
UIO
Mariscal Sucre Intl.
GYE
Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl.
$131 Roundtrip, just found
$131
Roundtrip
just found
Select LATAM Airlines Group flight, departing Sat, Jan 31 from Mariscal Sucre Intl. to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl., returning Tue, Feb 3, priced at $131 just found
Tue, Feb 3 - Tue, Feb 10
FLL
Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl.
GYE
Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl.
$155 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$155
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Feb 3 from Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl. to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl., returning Tue, Feb 10, priced at $155 found 4 days ago
Tue, Feb 3 - Tue, Feb 10
ATL
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl.
GYE
Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl.
$176 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$176
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Feb 3 from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl., returning Tue, Feb 10, priced at $176 found 1 day ago
Wed, Feb 4 - Tue, Feb 24
EWR
Newark Liberty Intl. Airport
GYE
Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl.
$183 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$183
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, Feb 4 from Newark Liberty Intl. Airport to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl., returning Tue, Feb 24, priced at $183 found 3 days ago
Tue, Feb 24 - Sat, Feb 28
IAH
George Bush Intercontinental
GYE
Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl.
$187 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$187
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Feb 24 from George Bush Intercontinental to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl., returning Sat, Feb 28, priced at $187 found 3 days ago
Wed, Feb 11 - Wed, Feb 18
MCO
Orlando Intl.
GYE
Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl.
$187 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$187
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, Feb 11 from Orlando Intl. to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl., returning Wed, Feb 18, priced at $187 found 3 days ago
Wed, Feb 4 - Tue, Feb 10
ORD
O'Hare Intl.
GYE
Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl.
$204 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$204
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, Feb 4 from O'Hare Intl. to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl., returning Tue, Feb 10, priced at $204 found 5 days ago
Wed, Feb 4 - Sat, Feb 7
PHL
Philadelphia Intl.
GYE
Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl.
$204 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$204
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, Feb 4 from Philadelphia Intl. to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl., returning Sat, Feb 7, priced at $204 found 3 days ago
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
UIOGuayaquilJanuary 31 to February 3$131
MCOGuayaquilFebruary 26 to March 9$221
MIAGuayaquilFebruary 2 to February 6$236
LGAGuayaquilApril 15 to May 6$251
EWRGuayaquilApril 15 to May 6$253
JFKGuayaquilMarch 11 to March 25$326
YYZGuayaquilMarch 2 to March 9$438
FCOGuayaquilFebruary 17 to February 23$1,141
FRAGuayaquilFebruary 18 to March 3$1,171
*Prices include taxes and fees
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
UIOGuayaquilJanuary 23 to January 24$133
MCOGuayaquilJanuary 23 to January 26$298
EWRGuayaquilJanuary 24 to February 6$312
EWRGuayaquilJanuary 24 to February 6$312
MIAGuayaquilJanuary 23 to January 30$366
JFKGuayaquilJanuary 23 to February 6$382
YYZGuayaquilJanuary 24 to April 25$545
*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

Jan 30 - Feb 3

4 night stay

Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Guayaquil (GYE)

Spirit Airlines • Non-stop roundtrip • Coach
Price was $814, price is now $685 per person
$685
per person
found 1 day ago
Hotel del Parque
4.5-star property

Hotel del Parque

Mar 5 - Mar 8

3 night stay

Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Guayaquil (GYE)

Copa • Non-stop • Coach

Guayaquil (GYE) to Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR)

Spirit Airlines • Non-stop • Coach
Price was $1,342, price is now $938 per person
$938
per person
found 4 hours ago
Mantahost Hotel
4.0-star property

Mantahost Hotel

Jan 30 - Feb 3

4 night stay

Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Guayaquil (GYE)

Spirit Airlines • Non-stop roundtrip • Coach
Price was $870, price is now $704 per person
$704
per person
found 1 day ago
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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 Montanita Point are located nearby.
9.4/10 Exceptional! (278 reviews)
The resort is in a great location. Quiet and comfortable. Just a few minutes to the town for a bit more excitement. The service is exceptional in every respect.

Reviewed on Dec 13, 2025

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Hosteria la Costanera

Hosteria la Costanera

3 out of 5
AV.12 Y CALLE 36 Salinas Provincia de Santa Elena
Stay at this hotel in Salinas. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Malecon Dock and Salinas Beach are located nearby.
8/10 Very Good! (81 reviews)
Very good

Reviewed on Dec 9, 2025

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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.
7.6/10 Good! (88 reviews)
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Reviewed on Nov 18, 2025

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Hotel Colón Salinas

Hotel Colón Salinas

4 out of 5
Malecon, Entre Calle 38 y 40 Salinas Santa Elena
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Salinas. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Locals Point and Malecon Dock are located nearby.
7.4/10 Good! (199 reviews)
Very good

Reviewed on Sep 25, 2025

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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 $131. 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?
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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 $131 and $1,171 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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