Charter Esmeraldas to Guayaquil privately from US$8,000, about 1h 06m gate to gate. Request your price in minutes.
This route runs both ways — Esmeraldas (ESM) to Guayaquil (GYE) and Guayaquil to Esmeraldas — timed and priced alike.
As the crow flies, Esmeraldas to Guayaquil is roughly 350 kilometres — 217 miles, or 189 nautical miles.
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Expect US$8,000 – US$15,500 for a one-way charter between Esmeraldas and Guayaquil, depending on the aircraft — a turboprop sits at the lower end, larger jets above. Pets are welcome in-cabin on every option.
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. With seating for 6-9, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. 4-6 seats and 2,180 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 1h 06m | 59 min – 1h 13m | US$8,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 53 min | 48 min – 58 min | US$9,500 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 1h 06m | US$8,000 – US$11,000 | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 1h 03m | US$9,000 – US$12,000 | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 53 min | US$9,500 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 52 min | US$10,500 – US$15,000 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 51 min | US$11,500 – US$16,000 | 4-6 |
Outbound and return are priced alike on identical aircraft; expect roughly ±10% variation in time by wind.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available.
Several variables shape what you pay for a Esmeraldas–Guayaquil charter: the distance and prevailing winds on the day, fuel costs at both ends, handling and landing fees at both airports, and the specific aircraft confirmed against live availability.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Esmeraldas, Ecuador: Carlos Concha Torres International Airport.
Guayaquil, Ecuador: José Joaquín de Olmedo International Airport.
| Carlos Concha Torres International Airport | José Joaquín de Olmedo International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | SETN / ESM | SEGU / GYE |
| Longest hard runway | 7,874 ft | 9,154 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 32 ft | 19 ft |
All 21 aircraft we quote for Esmeraldas to Guayaquil can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Carlos Concha Torres International Airport has 7,874 ft and José Joaquín de Olmedo International Airport 9,154 ft, both comfortably beyond the 6,000 ft the largest types here need, so field length is not what decides the aircraft on this route — cabin size and range are. The leg is 350 km.
Alternates within range: San Carlos Costa Airport (4,265 ft, 51 km) · Matorrillos Airport · Ingenio Valdez Airport · Banastru Airport (2,625 ft, 34 km)
Your aircraft is sourced from operators we have verified — licensing, insurance, maintenance history and crew ratings included.
Fast responses matter when schedules shift. We turn around most Esmeraldas–Guayaquil quote requests within 60 minutes.
Choose your wheels-up time — Esmeraldas–Guayaquil runs on your calendar, not an airline's.
A private terminal, a direct boarding ramp, and 1h 06m to your destination. That's the full journey.
Demand on Esmeraldas–Guayaquil comes from corporate trips and getaways in equal measure — a domestic route where private charter pays off in time and privacy.
As a guide, charter ranges US$8,000 – US$15,500 one-way — from a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
Roughly 1h 06m gate to gate across the 350 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
Turboprop, Very Light Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a turboprop for value and comfort on this distance.
Yes — we handle last-minute Esmeraldas–Guayaquil charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Absolutely — pets travel in the cabin with you on this route; just tell us the details when you ask for a quote.
Of course: Guayaquil to Esmeraldas runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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