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Cheap flights to Santa Elena from $74 One Way, $136 Round Trip

$136 return flights and $74 one-way flights to Santa Elena were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Sat, Dec 26 - Sun, Feb 7
UIO
Quito
GYE
Guayaquil
$136 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$136
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select avianca flight, departing Sat, Dec 26 from Quito to Guayaquil, returning Sun, Feb 7, priced at $136 found 8 hours ago
Mon, Jan 18 - Tue, Jan 26
MIA
Miami
GYE
Guayaquil
$310 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$310
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Arajet flight, departing Mon, Jan 18 from Miami to Guayaquil, returning Tue, Jan 26, priced at $310 found 1 day ago
Fri, Nov 13 - Fri, Nov 20
FLL
Fort Lauderdale
GYE
Guayaquil
$322 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$322
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Fri, Nov 13 from Fort Lauderdale to Guayaquil, returning Fri, Nov 20, priced at $322 found 3 days ago
Fri, Dec 4 - Tue, Dec 8
PUJ
Punta Cana
GYE
Guayaquil
$369 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$369
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Arajet flight, departing Fri, Dec 4 from Punta Cana to Guayaquil, returning Tue, Dec 8, priced at $369 found 1 day ago
Sun, Jan 31 - Tue, Feb 9
AUS
Austin
GYE
Guayaquil
$383 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$383
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Copa flight, departing Sun, Jan 31 from Austin to Guayaquil, returning Tue, Feb 9, priced at $383 found 1 day ago
Mon, Jan 25 - Fri, Feb 5
MCO
Orlando
GYE
Guayaquil
$415 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$415
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Mon, Jan 25 from Orlando to Guayaquil, returning Fri, Feb 5, priced at $415 found 6 days ago
Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 15
BOS
Boston
GYE
Guayaquil
$421 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$421
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Dec 1 from Boston to Guayaquil, returning Tue, Dec 15, priced at $421 found 5 days ago
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Deals For This Weekend's Flights

OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
UIOGuayaquilOctober 24 to October 26$138
MCOGuayaquilOctober 23 to October 26$472
MIAGuayaquilOctober 24 to November 2$486
JFKGuayaquilOctober 25 to November 14$602
JFKGuayaquilOctober 25 to November 14$602
EWRGuayaquilOctober 24 to October 25$735
*Prices include taxes and fees

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Our Top Santa Elena Apartment Hotels

Hotel Marvento Dos

Hotel Marvento Dos

3 out of 5
Av. Gallo y Digno Núñez, esquina Salinas Santa Elena
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$55 nightly
The price is $55 total per night from Oct 19 to Oct 20
$55 total
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Salinas. Enjoy free parking, 24-hour room service, and a conference center. Popular attractions Salinas Beach and Malecon ...
6.4/10 (20 reviews)
"It’s good"

Reviewed on Mar 1, 2025

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La Casa De Curia Beautiful Ocean View House

La Casa De Curia Beautiful Ocean View House

Manglaralto Santa Elena
Stay at this vacation home in Manglaralto. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Olon Beach and Montanita Point are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (33 reviews)
"Great place in a great location"

Reviewed on Mar 25, 2026

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Spectacular Ocean View Condo

Spectacular Ocean View Condo

3 out of 5
Via Salinas Manglaralto Km 10.5 Santa Elena Santa Elena
Book a stay at this beach condo in Santa Elena. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Punta Barandua and Punta Blanca Beach ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (4 reviews)
"The beds were ridiculously hard. The water was not hot."

Reviewed on Sep 2, 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.

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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 ...
7.8/10 Good! (106 reviews)
"Es la primera vez que me pasa esto en un Decamerón, pero el servicio fue bastante grosero en los buffets; incluso golpeaban con enojo los vasos a la hora de servir. Empeoró cuando, por primera vez, mi familia y yo decidimos quedarnos después del *checkout*: nos mencionaron que podíamos quedase dos ..."

Reviewed on Oct 6, 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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$39 nightly
The price is $43 total per night from Oct 19 to Oct 20
$43 total
Oct 19 - Oct 20
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 ...
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Hotel Colón Salinas

Hotel Colón Salinas

4 out of 5
Malecon, Entre Calle 38 y 40 Salinas Santa Elena
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$119 nightly
The price is $134 total per night from Nov 18 to Nov 19
$134 total
Nov 18 - Nov 19
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 ...
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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 ...
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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.

Family Friendly Hotels in Santa Elena

Hotel Colón Salinas

Hotel Colón Salinas

4 out of 5
Malecon, Entre Calle 38 y 40 Salinas Santa Elena
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$119 nightly
The price is $134 total per night from Nov 18 to Nov 19
$134 total
Nov 18 - Nov 19
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 ...
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Dharma Beach Hotel
Great for families

Dharma Beach Hotel

3 out of 5
Av. Malecon s/n Manglaralto Santa Elena
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$128 nightly
The price is $144 total per night from Oct 19 to Oct 20
$144 total
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Manglaralto. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Montañita Beach and Montanita Point ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (44 reviews)

Families like: Outdoor pool, playground, game room, on the beach

Travelers say...
"Great food, location is walking distance to the restaurants and clubs. Staff is helpful and attentive. The beach could use better cleaning. We’ll be back"

Reviewed on Jul 5, 2026

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Finca Punta Ayampe

Finca Punta Ayampe

3 out of 5
Al final de la calle principal Salango Santa Elena
Book a stay at this business-friendly lodge in Ayampe. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attraction Ayampe Beach is located nearby.
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Presidente Beach

Presidente Beach

3 out of 5
Ave. principal vía a Salinas e/ 48 y 49 Salinas Santa Elena
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$41 nightly
The price is $41 total per night from Oct 21 to Oct 22
$41 total
Oct 21 - Oct 22
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Salinas. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Locals Point and Malecon Dock ...
7.2/10 Good! (79 reviews)
"Everything was nice and clean, staff were helpful. However, when it came to showering water wasn’t coming out"

Reviewed on Aug 20, 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.

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  • 4 people
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Compact

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  • 4 people
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  • 5 people
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  • 5 people
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Frequently asked questions

Which airlines fly to Santa Elena?
With 14 airlines ready to help you get away to Santa Elena, finding the ideal flight will be a piece of cake. Reserve your ticket with one of these well-known carriers that operate at Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl. Airport (GYE):

  • Copa Airlines - 95 flights to Santa Elena per month
  • Avianca - 66 flights to Santa Elena per month
  • American Airlines - 42 flights to Santa Elena per month

How much is a flight to Santa Elena?
Plenty of great deals were up for grabs this week, with return flights to Santa Elena fluctuating from $136 to $735. But it was travelers arriving in from Quito (UIO) who scored the really big bargains. One-way flights to Santa Elena started at a low $74.
How to book the cheapest flight to Santa Elena?
With some of the best flight deals around, you'll always get more for your money with Orbitz. The following tips and hints will help you find cheap flights to Santa Elena — and leave you with more cash to splash:

  • Depending on where you're leaving from, click on the 'Nearby airports' function (located under the departure and arrival form fields). Sometimes, alternative departure points will have cheaper fares.
  • Also, click on the 'Show flexible dates' option to view the fares on days either side of your selected departure. It's possible to find cheaper flight deals if your itinerary is flexible.
  • Select 'Show options' to filter your search results. You can pick your preferred airline and seating class here. Under 'Sort & Filter' to the left, you can even specify whether you want to fly in the morning, afternoon or evening.
  • Reserve your seat as soon as you've figured out your travel dates. While you can get lucky once in a while, airline tickets rarely get cheaper as your departure date approaches.
  • Consider bundling your flights, hotels and car rentals into a package with Orbitz — the more you book, the more you save.
  • Don't fly during peak seasons if possible. By avoiding summer and school vacations, you can save big on your airfare.

What is the best time to book a flight to Santa Elena?
Generally speaking, January is the best month to purchase your plane ticket. This is closely followed by February and August. Bear this in mind while searching for a cheap flight to Santa Elena.
What day of the week is the cheapest to book a flight to Santa Elena?
To pick up a fantastic flight deal, make a booking on a Tuesday, Wednesday or Saturday. Usually, these are the cheapest days to book airfares to Santa Elena.
What is the cheapest day of the week to fly to Santa Elena?
Everyone enjoys saving money, so we suggest leaving earlier in the week for cheap flights to Santa Elena. Orbitz data from 2020 suggests you can grab the best prices on flights that depart on Mondays. Tuesdays are the next cheapest day, while Saturdays are the costliest. Many people like to travel on weekends, so leave those Saturdays for binge-watching your favorite movies.
What is the cheapest month to fly to Santa Elena?
We won't keep you in suspense — according to Orbitz data, August is generally the most inexpensive month to fly. Perfect for those who crave a weekend getaway or just a break from it all before the weather changes. Be aware that the most expensive time to fly is the height of summer, with airfares peaking in June.
Which airlines allow free cancellation?
Orbitz makes it a cinch to find carriers that offer flexibility. Simply select "Filter by flexible change policies" when searching for your Santa Elena flights and ta-da! You'll see options that include free cancellation within 24 hours of booking, no change fees and of course, an amazing low price.
What do I need for the flight to Santa Elena?
The trick to having a worry-free flight is to be prepared. Here are some handy tips to bear in mind before you depart:

  • In all cases you'll need some identification. How much? This depends on where you're traveling from. When booking your tickets, you are encouraged to use the same name, birth date and gender as indicated on your government-issued ID.
  • Take a good book or a laptop filled with your favorite movies — it'll help to keep you occupied during your long journey to Santa Elena. Or if you're hoping to enjoy a snooze, an eye mask will shield you from those bright cabin lights.
  • Cabin temperatures are often cold enough to give you goose pimples. Bring an extra warm layer even if you're vacationing during the height of Santa Elena summer.

How do I get cheap first-class/business deals to Santa Elena?
If you think a business or first-class fare is beyond your grasp, think again. Here are some terrific tips to help you land a premium flight to Santa Elena for a whole lot less:

  • Be more flexible with your travel dates and wait for huge sales on first or business-class airfares.
  • Look for a budget airline that offers business-class seats. They often come with extra legroom and a glass of bubbly — and a more attractive price.
  • Bid for an upgrade. Some carriers hold online auctions that let you put down a price for a seat up the front. You may also be able to upgrade with points earned through a loyalty scheme.

What is the best time to go to Santa Elena?
Arrange your trip around March, May and August. These are the most popular months to travel to Santa Elena. Beginning December 1, the summer climate makes this destination come alive. Temperatures normally range from 75 ºF at night to 75 ºF during the day at this time of year.
Travel tips for Santa Elena

  • General Villamil Beach is just one of many must-see's while you're traveling through Santa Elena. Arrange a car rental and enjoy the freedom of discovering this awesome attraction — and loads of others — at your convenience.
  • If you enjoy the fun and action of major cities, kick off your adventure in Manglaralto. This happening destination is the first port of call for many visitors to the region.

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